Scotland
Luinne Bheinn
939M
3079FT
About Luinne Bheinn
Tucked deep within the Knoydart peninsula, this remote Munro is defined by its wild character and shattered, rocky ridges. Often climbed from Barrisdale or Inverie alongside neighbouring Meall Bhuidhe, the ascent offers a true sense of isolation. Its summit provides a spectacular, jagged perspective across the sea toward the Isle of Rum.
Key Statistics
Rank
37th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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256.6m
Nearest Town
Kyle of Lochalsh
Geology
The mountain is built from tough, sandy rocks and fine, layered stones. These were originally layers of sand and mud, squeezed into the hard foundations beneath your boots.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NG869007
Latitude
57.0480°N
Longitude
5.5149°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Luinne Bheinn is derived from the Gaelic for 'Surging Hill' or 'Hill of Mirth,' likely referring to the undulating, wave-like appearance of its complex rocky ridges.
- •Known as one of the most remote Munros in Scotland, a trip here usually requires a boat to the village of Inverie or a long, multi-day trek from the road end at Kinlochhourn.
- •The mountain features two distinct tops; while the western summit is the highest point, the eastern top offers the most dramatic drop-offs into the deep, fjord-like waters of Loch Hourn.
- •The view north from the summit is dominated by the sprawling, multi-ridged massif of Ladhar Bheinn, while to the east, the sharp, conical peak of Sgùrr na Cìche stands out against the wilderness.
- •Navigating the complex, rocky hummocks of the summit plateau in a typical Knoydart mist is a masterclass in patience; it is a place where your compass will frequently work harder than your legs.