Scotland
Beinn Uidhe
741M
2431FT
About Beinn Uidhe
This rugged Sutherland peak sits in the shadow of its more famous neighbours, Glas Bheinn and Conival. Its terrain is characteristically rocky, offering a quieter alternative to the busier Assynt heights. From the summit, you gain a fantastic perspective over the fragmented waters of Loch Assynt and the distinct triple peaks of Quinag.
Key Statistics
Rank
50th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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117m
Nearest Town
Highland
Geology
You are walking on layers of hard sandstone. These formations, known as the Basal and Pipe Rock members, create the mountain's sturdy foundation.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NC281251
Latitude
58.1818°N
Longitude
4.9239°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Beinn Uidhe translates from Scottish Gaelic as 'the mountain of the way' or 'mountain of the path', likely referring to its position alongside a traditional route through the Sutherland glens.
- •It is frequently climbed as a secondary objective alongside the higher Glas Bheinn, connected by a high, stony col that offers a direct line of sight toward the limestone crags of Inchnadamph.
- •The summit provides a clear, uncrowded vantage point to study the complex geological structure of the Moine Thrust, with the nearby peaks of Canisp and Suilven appearing as distinct islands on the western horizon.
- •Despite its respectable height, the hill is technically classified as a Hump (Hundred Metre Prominence), a label that sounds somewhat more derogatory than its elegant Gaelic name suggests.