Scotland
Beinn Mheadhoin
664M
2179FT
About Beinn Mheadhoin
Rising above the ancient Caledonian pines of Glen Affric, this prominent Graham offers a quieter alternative to the neighbouring giants. The climb through the forest leads to a broad ridge with exceptional views over the sapphire waters of its namesake loch towards the massive peaks of Mam Sodhail and Carn Eige.
Key Statistics
Rank
126th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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217
Nearest Town
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Geology
You are walking on a foundation of tough, banded rocks and hardened sandstone. These durable materials create the rugged, craggy landscape beneath your boots.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NH258477
Latitude
57.4866°N
Longitude
4.9063°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'Beinn a' Mheadhoin', meaning 'Middle Mountain'. This refers to its central position between the high ridges of Glen Affric to the south and Glen Cannich to the north.
- •The hill overlooks the Glen Affric National Nature Reserve, which contains some of the best-preserved remnants of the ancient Caledonian forest, including Scots pine, birch, and rowan.
- •The summit provides a bird's-eye view of the Affric-Beauly hydro-electric scheme, specifically the tunnel system that draws water from Loch Mullardoch under the mountains to the north.
- •To the west, the summit offers a clear sightline of the remote Mullardoch Munros and the sharp, distinctive profile of Sgùrr na Lapaich rising above the neighboring glen.
- •Being designated as a 'Middle Mountain' suggests a certain moderation that the pathless, knee-deep heather on the final ascent seems entirely unaware of.