Scotland
Little Wyvis
763M
2503FT
About Little Wyvis
Often overlooked in favour of its massive Munro neighbour, this Corbett offers a quieter, more manageable ascent. The climb through forestry leads to an undulating mossy ridge and an airy summit. It provides an exceptional perspective on the sprawling south-western 'whale-back' slopes of Ben Wyvis and the distant Strathconon hills.
Key Statistics
Rank
42nd Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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249m
Nearest Town
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Geology
You’re hiking across ancient muds and sands that heat and pressure transformed into tough, layered rock. These durable foundations form the solid heart of Little Wyvis.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NH429644
Latitude
57.6428°N
Longitude
4.6326°W
Did You Know?
- •The name likely derives from the Gaelic 'Beinn Uais', meaning 'Noble Mountain'. Little Wyvis is the smaller companion to the main massif; while the larger peak is the 'Great Noble Mountain', this summit maintains a more modest, approachable character that lives up to its 'Little' moniker.
- •The mountain is separated from its larger neighbour by the Bealach na h-Ighinn, a high pass that provides a natural corridor for red deer moving between the northern glens. It is frequently climbed from the Silver Bridge or via forestry tracks near Garve.
- •The summit offers a focused perspective of the 'whale-back' southern slopes of Ben Wyvis. Looking west, the view extends across the Strath Bran valley to the peaks of the Fannichs, with the bulky mass of Fionn Bheinn standing out clearly against the skyline.
- •It is perhaps the most strategic place in Ross-shire to enjoy a summit to yourself while watching several dozen people queueing for the cairn on the Munro next door.