Smean

About Smean

Tucked away in the rugged Fisherfield Forest, this modest Marilyn offers a wild, remote experience far from the Munro-bagging crowds. Its terrain is quintessential North West Highlands: a mix of rough heather, boggy patches, and Lewisian gneiss. From its summit, the sprawling vista of An Teallach’s jagged ridges is particularly impressive.

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• •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic Smeann, which is often interpreted as a 'snout' or 'protruberance', aptly describing its position as a rocky lump overlooking the strath.
• •It occupies a prime position above the northern shore of Loch na Sealga, providing an unrivaled vantage point to study the complex, tiered cliffs of Beinn Dearg Mhòr across the water.
• •Reaching the hill usually requires a long trek from Gruinard or Corrie Hallie, often involving a crossing of the Gruinard River which can be impassable after heavy rain.
• •Despite its modest height, its status as a Marilyn ensures it receives occasional visits from peak-baggers looking for a quieter day in the otherwise busy Dundonnell area.
• •It is the perfect place to sit and watch the clouds engulf An Teallach, safe in the knowledge that you aren't the one currently scrambling across the Lord Berkeley’s Seat in a gale.