Scotland
Mullach an t-Samhraidh
579M
1900FT
About Mullach an t-Samhraidh
Rising above the western shores of Loch Lomond, this grassy, broad-backed hill offers one of the most rewarding perspectives on the National Park. Often climbed alongside the higher Beinn Dubh, its rounded summit provides a tranquil, less-trodden vantage point compared to the bustling peaks on the opposite side of the water.
Key Statistics
Rank
322nd Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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20
Nearest Town
Strathyre
Geology
The ground beneath you consists of ancient volcanic ash, sand, and mud. These layers were later hardened into tough, dark rocks by intense heat and pressure deep underground.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN522159
Latitude
56.3132°N
Longitude
4.3894°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Mullach an t-Samhraidh is Scottish Gaelic for 'Summit of the Summer,' likely referring to the historical practice of transhumance, where livestock were moved to these high grassy slopes for summer grazing.
- •It sits within the Luss Hills, a range of rounded, whale-backed peaks that offer a softer, more accessible alternative to the rugged, craggy schist of the Arrochar Alps located to the northwest.
- •The summit provides an exceptional view of the Highland Boundary Fault; looking south, you can clearly see the transition from the rugged Highland terrain to the flatter Lowlands and the sprawling islands of southern Loch Lomond.
- •To the east, the distinctive, steep-sided profile of Ben Lomond dominates the skyline, providing a sense of scale for the vast expanse of water below.
- •Despite the name's sunny connotations, the summit is broad and exposed, meaning any 'summer' feel is usually contingent on the Atlantic wind dropping below a gale.