Binnein Mor

Rising above the hamlet of Balgowan in the upper reaches of Strathspey, this rounded heathery peak offers a quiet alternative to the higher Monadhliath summits. As a Hump and Tump, its modest 550m elevation belies a commanding position overlooking the River Spey and the distant, sprawling plateaus of the Cairngorms.

• •The name is derived from Scottish Gaelic, where 'Binnein' refers to a small, pointed hill or pinnacle and 'Mòr' means great or large.
• •The summit offers a clear, elevated perspective of the Creag Meagaidh massif to the west and the winding course of the River Spey through the strath below.
• •Though it shares a name with a much more famous Munro in the Mamores, this Binnein Mòr is a distinct outlier of the Monadhliath range, often overlooked by those heading for the higher peaks.
• •It sits directly above the East Highland Way long-distance trail as it passes through the Laggan area, providing a rugged, heather-clad backdrop for walkers.
• •Referring to a 550-metre hill as 'The Great Peak' may feel slightly ambitious, particularly when the massive Cairngorm plateaus are visible on the horizon to provide a humbling sense of scale.