Scotland
Beinn Ghuilbin
579M
1900FT
About Beinn Ghuilbin
Rising above the upper reaches of Glen Garry near the A9 corridor, this rounded Grampian peak offers a straightforward ascent onto the high moorland. Classified as a Hump and Tump, its 579m summit provides a distinctive perspective of the Cairngorms to the north and the rolling Drumochter hills to the west.
Key Statistics
Rank
270th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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104m
Nearest Town
Aviemore
Geology
You are walking on ancient sandstones that were hardened and partially melted by intense heat. These mineral-rich rocks form the rugged, crystalline foundation beneath your boots.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NH894176
Latitude
57.2357°N
Longitude
3.8340°W
Did You Know?
- •The name translates from Gaelic as 'beak mountain', likely referencing the sharp profile of its southern slopes or the curlews—known in Gaelic as guilbneach—that frequent the surrounding peat bogs.
- •From the summit, walkers are rewarded with a clear view of the Pass of Drumochter and the distinctive, symmetrical cone of Schiehallion visible to the south on clear days.
- •The hill's location near Dalnacardoch makes it an accessible objective for those travelling the main route between Perth and Aviemore who want a quick escape from the tarmac into the Highland quiet.
- •At 1,900ft exactly, it provides a respectable day's exertion while remaining just low enough to ensure you won't have to share the cairn with a crowd of Munro baggers.