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.

• •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.