Scotland
Mullach a' Ghlinne
529M
1736FT
About Mullach a' Ghlinne
Rising above the south-eastern shores of Loch Ness, this Grampian Hump offers a quiet alternative to the busier Great Glen trails. Located near Fort Augustus, its heathery slopes provide a rugged ascent with commanding views over the Great Glen and the Monadhliath mountains to the east.
Key Statistics
Rank
346th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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103m
Nearest Town
Aberchalder
Geology
The ground beneath you is the Tarff Banded Formation, featuring layered, shimmering rocks that were once ancient deposits of sand and mud.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NH359011
Latitude
57.0716°N
Longitude
4.7085°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic Mullach a' Ghlinne, translating as "Top of the Glen," a reference to its position overlooking the vast trench of the Great Glen.
- •The summit provides a distinct vantage point over the southern end of Loch Ness and the village of Fort Augustus, a perspective often missed by those staying at water level.
- •The hill is typically approached via the Corrieyairack Pass, a route originally constructed as a military road by General Wade in the 18th century to connect the Highlands.
- •You are far more likely to share the summit with a herd of red deer than with another walker, as most visitors to the area are diverted by the more famous waters of Loch Ness below.