Cruach nam Mult

Rising above the steep walls of Hell’s Glen, this rugged Graham offers a quieter alternative to the nearby Arrochar giants. Its heather-clad slopes lead to a sharp, rocky crest overlooking the deep trench of Loch Goil, providing a wild sense of isolation despite its proximity to the Rest and Be Thankful.

• •The Gaelic name Cruach nam Mult translates as 'Hill of the Wethers' (castrated rams), a reference to its historical importance as high-altitude summer grazing for local sheep farmers.
• •At 611 metres, the summit clears the 2,000ft threshold for Graham status by a mere five feet, making it one of the lowest hills in that specific classification.
• •The summit provides an exceptional vantage point for viewing the 'back' of the Arrochar Alps, specifically the jagged silhouette of The Cobbler and the massive bulk of Beinn Ime across the gap of Glen Croe.
• •While the northern slopes drop precipitously into Hell's Glen, the name of the valley is likely a linguistic corruption of the Gaelic 'H-Uillt' (the burn), which sounds remarkably similar to 'hell' when spoken by locals.
• •Hillwalkers often pair this summit with its neighbour, Stob nan Coinnich Bhacain, to create a horseshoe route that stays high above the boggy floor of the surrounding glens.