Scotland
Leathad na Lice
782M
2564FT
About Leathad na Lice
Tucked away in the Monadhliath mountains near Newtonmore, this broad, heather-clad shoulder offers a quieter alternative to the nearby Munros. Often overlooked in favour of A’ Chailleach, its high plateau provides a true sense of Highland isolation and expansive views across the upper reaches of the River Spey.
Key Statistics
Rank
112th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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49m
Nearest Town
Ruichlachrie
Geology
The ground beneath you is the Gaick Psammite Formation, a hard and grainy rock that began as ancient layers of sand.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NN761807
Latitude
56.9010°N
Longitude
4.0359°W
Did You Know?
- •Its name translates from Scottish Gaelic as 'the slope of the flat stone,' likely referring to the scattered slabs or rocky outcrops found on its otherwise rounded, heathery flanks.
- •While the summit sits at a respectable 781 metres, it is often bypassed by walkers heading for the neighbouring Munro, A’ Chailleach, which lies just two kilometres to the west.
- •The top provides a clear, elevated perspective of the Spey Valley, with the dramatic northern corries of the Cairngorm plateau, including Braeriach and Cairn Toul, visible across the strath on a clear day.
- •In the Monadhliath, the concept of a 'dry walk' to the summit is generally regarded by locals as a theoretical possibility rather than a practical experience.