Scotland
Carn Gleann an Tairbhidh
570M
1870FT
About 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.
Key Statistics
Rank
286th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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27
Nearest Town
Highland
Geology
You are walking on the Flichity Semipelite Formation. These rocks were once muddy sediments that were intensely heated and partially melted deep underground.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NH852326
Latitude
57.3699°N
Longitude
3.9090°W
Did You Know?
- •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.