Black Hill

Rising above the head of Glen Isla, this rounded, heathery dome offers a quiet alternative to its more famous Munro neighbours. Part of the expansive Mounth plateau, it provides a straightforward climb through classic Grampian moorland, rewarding walkers with a feeling of deep isolation and wide views across the Angus glens.

• •The name is a literal English description, likely referring to the dense coating of heather and peat which gives the slopes a dark, somber appearance compared to the greener pastures in the glens below.
• •The hill sits near the historic boundary between Perthshire and Angus, acting as a high sentinel at the northern edge of the Forest of Alyth.
• •The summit offers a particularly clear perspective of the dramatic, craggy eastern face of Creag Leacach and the deep, glacial trench of the Caenlochan Glen to the north.
• •While often bypassed by those bagging the 3,000ft peaks of the Glas Maol massif, it is a natural extension for walkers ascending the long, steady ridge from Dalnaglar.
• •In a region populated by various Black Hills, White Mairs, and Grey Cairns, this summit serves as a reminder that early map-makers prioritized honest description over creative flair.