Scotland
Meall Coire an Lochain
517M
1696FT
About Meall Coire an Lochain
Tucked away beneath the towering quartzite ramparts of Beinn Eighe, this rugged Torridon Marilyn offers a quieter perspective on one of Scotland's most dramatic landscapes. Its rough, heather-clad slopes provide an exceptional vantage point over the shimmering expanse of Loch Maree and the formidable peaks of the Fisherfield Forest beyond.
Key Statistics
Rank
162nd Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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182m
Nearest Town
Drumrunie
Geology
The ground beneath you is the Altnaharra Psammite Formation, a rugged foundation of sandstone that has been compressed and hardened into solid rock.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NC211065
Latitude
58.0118°N
Longitude
5.0284°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic for 'hill of the corrie of the little loch,' likely referring to the high basin shared with the neighbouring Beinn Eighe massif.
- •The summit provides an unparalleled perspective on the massive, fortress-like profile of Slioch across Loch Maree, as well as a clear view of the rear of the famous Triple Buttress.
- •Sitting within the Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve, the hill's slopes are a known habitat for golden eagles, which benefit from the thermal currents rising off the steep Torridon sandstone.
- •Despite its modest height, its status as a Marilyn confirms it has over 150 metres of prominence, making it feel like a substantial, independent peak rather than a mere subsidiary of the surrounding giants.
- •It is the perfect choice for the pragmatic walker who wants the best views of the Torridon peaks without actually having to climb over their punishing quartzite scree.