Scotland
Beinn a' Bhric
442M
1450FT
About Beinn a' Bhric
Tucked away on the wild west side of Jura, this rugged Hump offers a secluded alternative to the island’s demanding Paps. The terrain is characteristically pathless, consisting of wet moorland and quartzite outcrops. The summit rewards walkers with a spectacular, unusual perspective on the scree-covered flanks of Beinn Shiantaidh and Beinn an Òir.
Key Statistics
Rank
187th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Data coming soon
Prominence
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108
Nearest Town
Highland
Geology
You are walking on a sturdy base of banded granite and gritty sandstone. These hard, grainy rocks form the rugged foundation of the fell beneath your boots.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NH344651
Latitude
57.6457°N
Longitude
4.7755°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic for 'Hill of the Trout,' almost certainly derived from Loch a' Bhric which sits directly below the hill's western slopes.
- •From the top, you can look across the intricate coastline of Loch Tarbert, a sea loch that nearly bisects Jura, towards the distant hills of Islay and Colonsay.
- •The surrounding Inver Estate is home to a significant hydro-electric scheme which, during a sub-sea cable failure in 2019, became the primary source of renewable power for three different Hebridean islands.
- •Despite its relatively modest height, the Jura 'tussock-to-meter' ratio remains high, ensuring any ascent feels roughly double the distance recorded on your GPS.