Beinn Bhuidhe

About Beinn Bhuidhe

Rising steeply from the shores of Loch Hourn in the rugged Knoydart peninsula, this remote Corbett offers a true wilderness experience. Characterised by rocky outcrops and steep, grassy slopes, it provides an exceptional vantage point over the 'Rough Bounds', looking directly across the fjord-like waters to the jagged peaks of Skye.

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• •The name Beinn Bhuidhe is Gaelic for 'Yellow Hill'. This likely refers to the distinct golden hue of the moor grass and sedges that cover its slopes, which become particularly striking during the autumn and winter months.
• •It is often climbed in conjunction with its southern neighbour, Meall Buidhe. The high ridge connecting the two provides a dramatic traversing route with constant views over the interior of the Knoydart forest and the jagged skyline of Ladhar Bheinn.
• •Reaching this hill usually requires a long trek from the remote village of Inverie or a demanding approach from Kinloch Hourn. It is a quintessential 'Rough Bounds' peak, where the lack of formal paths makes for a demanding day of navigation through craggy, broken terrain.
• •From the summit cairn, the view north across the narrows of Loch Hourn toward the peaks of Glenelg and the Five Sisters of Kintail is considered one of the most spectacular maritime mountain vistas in the West Highlands.
• •Reaching the summit grants you the dubious honour of being about as far from a public road as is possible in mainland Britain; it’s a long way back if you’ve forgotten your car keys.