Scotland
Beinn Iadain
571M
1873FT
About Beinn Iadain
Rising above the remote wilderness of Morvern, this 571-metre summit is a hill of significant geological character. Its rugged, stepped slopes overlook the secluded waters of Loch Teacuis, offering a wilder experience than the busier peaks of nearby Mull. It is a quiet, rewarding climb for those seeking deep solitude.
Key Statistics
Rank
87th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Isle of Mull
Prominence
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124m
Nearest Town
Highland
Geology
You are walking across lava flows and hardened volcanic rocks. These basalt layers were created by volcanic activity that shaped the foundation of the fell.
Classifications
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NM691561
Latitude
56.6396°N
Longitude
5.7672°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic in origin and is most commonly translated as 'Hill of the Ivy,' likely referring to the flora found on its sheltered, basaltic crags, though it may also relate to the Gaelic word for a hill's 'brow' or 'face.'
- •This hill is of international geological importance, lending its name to the Beinn Iadain Mudstone Formation; these rocks contain rare Scottish remnants of the Cretaceous period, when the area was submerged under a tropical sea.
- •The summit provides an exceptional vantage point over the Sound of Mull, with the massive silhouette of Ben More visible across the water and the distinctive profiles of Rum and Eigg on the northern horizon.
- •The ascent usually begins from the head of Loch Arienas on the Ardtornish Estate, traversing ancient-feeling moorland that is home to golden eagles and red deer.
- •Despite being officially classified as a Hump, the rough terrain and pathless sections of the Morvern interior ensure that reaching the top feels considerably more dignified than the category name suggests.