Scotland
Ceann Beag
705M
2313FT
About Ceann Beag
Tucked away in the rugged wilderness of the Beinn Dearg massif, this North West Highland summit offers a quieter perspective than its more famous neighbours. At 705 metres, it forms a distinct high point on the ridge system above Gleann na Sguaib, featuring the rocky and peat-flecked terrain characteristic of the region.
Key Statistics
Rank
71st Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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81m
Nearest Town
Talladale
Geology
The ground beneath your boots is the Applecross Formation, a rugged sandstone naturally filled with small pebbles and gravel.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NG882644
Latitude
57.6201°N
Longitude
5.5481°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic for 'Small Head' or 'Small End,' distinguishing it from the massive bulk of the nearby Beinn Dearg, the 'Red Hill.'
- •It overlooks the dramatic glacial trough of Gleann na Sguaib; from the summit, you get a clear view across the glen to the long ridge of Beinn Liath Mhòr Fannaich.
- •While most walkers bypass this top to reach the surrounding Munros, it serves as a fine vantage point for inspecting the Great Moss (Am Màm), the high, desolate plateau that links the area's largest peaks.
- •In a landscape of giants, being the 'small head' is a relative term; the hill is still more than tall enough to hide in the mist for an entire afternoon while Ullapool remains in the sun.