Scotland
Beinn Fhada Far East Top
823M
2700FT
About Beinn Fhada Far East Top
This high-altitude Tump sits within the rolling expanses of the Grampian mountains. Reaching a height of 823 metres, it forms a remote part of a larger upland massif. The terrain is typical of the region, featuring vast stretches of peat and heather that require careful navigation in mist.
Key Statistics
Rank
90th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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39m
Nearest Town
Highland
Geology
You are walking over ancient volcanic lavas and hardened ash, layered with sedimentary rocks like sandstone. This diverse foundation reveals a history of dramatic eruptions and shifting landscapes.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN169550
Latitude
56.6510°N
Longitude
4.9870°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Beinn Fhada is derived from the Scottish Gaelic for 'Long Hill'. It is a common descriptive name across the Highlands, typically used for mountains with an elongated summit ridge rather than a single, distinct peak.
- •Located within the Grampians, the landscape surrounding this top is defined by high-level plateaus and deep glens, characteristic of the ancient metamorphic rock that forms the backbone of the Scottish Highlands.
- •As a Tump, this summit is defined by having a relative height, or prominence, of at least 30 metres. Despite its significant altitude of over 2,700 feet, it lacks the necessary drop from its parent peak to be classified as a Munro or Corbett.
- •Given the name translates to 'Long Hill' and it sits in the often-boggy Grampian interior, walkers should expect the approach to feel considerably longer than a quick glance at the map might suggest.