Scotland
Feith a' Ghiubhais
678M
2224FT
About Feith a' Ghiubhais
Rising above the Great Glen north of Fort Augustus, this heathery Tump provides a wild, untracked experience away from the Loch Ness crowds. The terrain is characteristic of the area—broad, peat-scarred, and rewarding for those who enjoy solitude and expansive views across the Great Glen toward the high peaks of Glen Affric.
Key Statistics
Rank
112th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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42m
Nearest Town
Tomich
Geology
The ground beneath you belongs to the Glenfinnan Group, composed of hard, gritty rock called psammite. This rugged foundation began as ancient layers of sand.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NH240296
Latitude
57.3229°N
Longitude
4.9247°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic, where 'Feith' refers to a boggy stream or marshy ditch, and 'Ghiubhais' means Scots pine, translating to 'the boggy stream of the fir tree'.
- •The hill sits on the northern edge of the Dundreggan estate, a flagship rewilding project where the charity Trees for Life is working to restore the ancient Caledonian forest.
- •From the 678-metre summit, the view westwards reveals the high, jagged peaks of the Glen Affric hills, specifically the massive bulk of Mam Sodhail and Càrn Eige.
- •In keeping with its name, the approach often involves navigating significant sections of peat hag and marsh; it is a summit that demands waterproof boots and a certain tolerance for damp socks.