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Scotland
Beinn Liath Mhor a' Ghiubhais Li [Beinn Liath Mhor a' Ghiuthais]
766M
2513FT
About Beinn Liath Mhor a' Ghiubhais Li [Beinn Liath Mhor a' Ghiuthais]
Rising above the northern shores of Loch Glascarnoch, this stony Corbett offers a quieter alternative to the neighbouring Fannichs. Its broad, heather-clad slopes lead to a sprawling summit plateau characterised by grey scree and quartzite, providing a grandstand view of the massive, sprawling eastern face of Ben Wyvis.
Key Statistics
Rank
62nd Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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281m
Nearest Town
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Geology
The ground beneath you is Glascarnoch Psammite, a hard, sandy rock that forms the solid and durable foundation of this mountain.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NH280713
Latitude
57.6987°N
Longitude
4.8864°W
Did You Know?
- •Translated from Gaelic as the 'Big Grey Hill of the Fir Wood', the name reflects the distinctive grey quartzite scree on its upper slopes and the historic pine forests that once characterised the surrounding glens.
- •Situated between the Fannichs and the Ben Wyvis massif, the summit offers a unique perspective on the wilder western aspects of Wyvis and a clear look across Loch Glascarnoch to the jagged peaks of the Deargs.
- •Despite its proximity to the busy A835 road, the ascent typically involves navigating trackless, heathery terrain that ensures the summit remains far quieter than the neighbouring Munros.
- •It serves as a reliable barometer for local conditions; if the grey quartzite of the summit ridge is lost to the mist, walkers heading further west can safely expect a challenging day of navigation in the higher Fannichs.