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.

• •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.