Scotland
Beinn Leoid
792M
2598FT
About Beinn Leoid
Tucked deep within the Sutherland interior, this remote Corbett is defined by its isolation and the rugged "cnoc and lochan" terrain surrounding it. It is a wild, trackless ascent that rewards the effort with a spectacular perspective of the Assynt giants and the winding sea lochs of the western coastline.
Key Statistics
Rank
28th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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498m
Nearest Town
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Geology
You are walking on the Altnaharra Psammite Formation. This foundation is made of sandy rock, which forms the core of the mountain beneath your boots.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NC320294
Latitude
58.2220°N
Longitude
4.8616°W
Did You Know?
- •Derived from the Scottish Gaelic Beinn Leòid, the name translates as "MacLeod's Mountain," likely referring to the MacLeods of Assynt who historically held the surrounding lands.
- •The mountain overlooks the head of Loch Glencoul and sits just east of Eas a' Chual Aluinn, which, at 200 metres, is the highest waterfall in the United Kingdom.
- •The summit provides a unique vantage point over the stark landscape of the North West Highlands, offering a clear profile of the iconic Assynt trio—Quinag, Canisp, and Suilven—to the west.
- •Reaching the foot of this hill involves a significant approach from either Kylesku or Inchnadamph, making it one of the more isolated peaks in the region and a popular candidate for a wild camping expedition.
- •While modern maps make the approach from the head of Loch More look tempting on paper, the local bogs ensure that every kilometre earned feels like three.