Beinn Bheag

Tucked away in the remote heart of the Monar forest, this 620m Tump offers a quiet perspective on its more famous neighbours. Rising above the northern shores of Loch Monar, the terrain is characteristically rugged, providing a stark, lonely vantage point towards the imposing slopes of Lurg Mhòr and Sgùrr a' Chaorachain.

• •The name is derived from the Gaelic 'Beinn Bheag', which translates simply as 'small hill'. In a landscape dominated by 1,000-metre Munros, the name is an honest reflection of its modest stature relative to the surrounding giants.
• •Its position at the western end of Loch Monar provides an exceptional perspective of the reservoir, looking directly across the water to the steep northern corries of the Maoile Lunndaidh massif.
• •Reaching this summit requires a significant commitment; it is most commonly approached via the private road to Monar Lodge, often involving a long cycle or a multi-day trek into one of the most remote parts of the Highlands.
• •Calling a 2,034-foot Scottish hill 'small' is a relative term; by the time you have completed the arduous approach from the nearest road head, the name might feel like a subtle piece of Highland sarcasm.