Meall a' Bhata

Rising above the northern shores of Loch Arkaig, this rugged Hump offers a remote escape into the 'Rough Bounds' of the North West Highlands. Its pathless slopes demand effort, rewarding hikers with a superb, quiet perspective on the high peaks of Knoydart and the long, shimmering stretch of the Great Glen.

• •The name Meall a' Bhata translates from Scottish Gaelic as the 'Hill of the Boat', likely referring to its distinctive shape when viewed from the waters of Loch Arkaig below.
• •It is situated in a particularly isolated part of the Highlands, usually accessed via the long, winding single-track road that runs deep into Glen Dessary.
• •The summit provides an exceptional vantage point for viewing the jagged skyline of Sgùrr na Cìche and the Garbh Chìochan ridge to the west.
• •The terrain is typical of the region's character—largely pathless, heavily indented with peat hags, and guaranteed to test the waterproof integrity of even the most seasoned hillwalking boots.