Scotland
Stob Mhic Bheathain
721M
2365FT
About Stob Mhic Bheathain
Situated in the rugged interior of Mull, this sprawling Graham offers a quieter alternative to nearby Ben More. Its broad, often boggy ridges require careful navigation, but the effort is rewarded with a spectacular vista across Loch Scridain and out towards the Treshnish Isles.
Key Statistics
Rank
44th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Isle of Mull
Prominence
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215m
Nearest Town
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Geology
You are walking on ancient sands and volcanic rocks. Intense heat and pressure transformed these layers into the hard, crystalline ground beneath your feet.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NM914713
Latitude
56.7871°N
Longitude
5.4165°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic for 'MacBain’s Peak', an unusual personal dedication among the local summits that suggests a historical connection to the MacBain clan, more commonly associated with the central Highlands.
- •Positioned directly south of Ben More, the summit offers an imposing view of the Munro’s southern flanks and the dramatic connecting ridge of A’ Chìoch.
- •It is most frequently climbed as part of a southern approach from Glen More, often paired with the neighbouring peak of Beinn Fhada to create a demanding day across typical Mull peat hags.
- •The hill consists largely of Tertiary basalt, part of the Mull Supercomplex, which creates the distinctive stepped 'trap' topography visible on its western slopes.
- •Despite its modest height, the peak’s isolation ensures a clear line of sight to the Treshnish Isles and the distant silhouettes of Coll and Tiree on the Atlantic horizon.
- •While the ascent is technically straightforward, the terrain has a persistent talent for finding the precise point where a walker’s waterproof gaiters end and their vulnerability begins.