Carn Gleann an Tairbhidh

Rising to 570 metres in the eastern Monadhliath, this heather-clad swell overlooks the wilder reaches of Strathnairn. It is a quiet peak typical of the region’s rolling moorland, offering a sense of isolation despite its modest height. Expect peaty tracks, occasional bog, and expansive views across the wind-swept plateau.

• •The name translates from Gaelic as the 'Cairn of the Glen of the Bull,' likely referencing the historic use of the sheltered valley below for summer cattle grazing.
• •Situated on the fringes of the Dunmaglass estate, the ascent provides a close-up look at the scale of modern Highland wind energy, which contrasts sharply with the hill's ancient, boggy terrain.
• •The summit offers an excellent vantage point for spotting the sprawling mass of Ben Wyvis to the north and the distant, dark waters of Loch Ness to the west.
• •While rarely visited by peak-baggers, the hill is a reliable spot for sighting mountain hares, which frequent the thick heather and peat hags characteristic of this part of the Monadhliath.
• •The terrain is so consistently damp that any patch of ground firm enough to stand on for more than ten seconds should probably be considered a local landmark.