Scotland
Beinn Mhic na Ceisich
627M
2057FT
About Beinn Mhic na Ceisich
Tucked away on the western edge of Glen Creran, this rugged peak offers a quieter alternative to the neighbouring Munros. The ascent through characteristically rough Highland terrain is rewarded with sharp views over the Firth of Lorn and the long, shimmering reach of Loch Creran winding towards the sea.
Key Statistics
Rank
151st Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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92m
Nearest Town
Invercreran
Geology
You are walking over layered slate, tough quartzite, and hardened sandstone and mudstone. These resilient rocks form the rugged foundation of the fell.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN016493
Latitude
56.5935°N
Longitude
5.2330°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic for 'Mountain of the Son of the Wicker-worker' or 'Mac na Ceisich's Hill,' likely referring to a local family or individual who once held the land.
- •It stands on the western flank of Glen Creran, forming a natural high-level walking circuit when combined with the neighbouring 655m summit of Meall Bàn.
- •The summit offers a spectacular perspective of the massive 'Dragon's Back' of Beinn a' Bheithir to the north and the sharp peak of Sgùrr na h-Ulaidh rising above the Glencoe glens to the northeast.
- •The hill is situated within the Lynn of Lorn National Scenic Area, a designation reflecting the exceptional combination of coastal seascapes and mountainous interior found in this part of Argyll.
- •While it comfortably exceeds the 2,000ft mark, its lack of topographic independence from Meall Bàn keeps it off the more popular peak-bagging lists, ensuring the summit remains a quiet spot for those who value solitude over statistics.