Meall a' Mhuthaich

Hill, Mountain in Sutherland

Scotland

Meall a' Mhuthaich

South-west slopes on Canisp Credit: wrobison

Meall a' Mhuthaich is a hill located in the county of Sutherland in the Scottish Highlands. It stands at a height of 593 meters (1,946 feet) above sea level, making it a popular destination for hillwalkers and hikers looking to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is situated near the village of Lairg, offering stunning vistas of the nearby Loch Shin and the surrounding hills and valleys. The terrain of Meall a' Mhuthaich is characterized by heather-covered slopes and rocky outcrops, providing a challenging yet rewarding climb for those looking to explore the area.

The summit of Meall a' Mhuthaich offers breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness, including the vast expanse of moorland and hills that stretch out in all directions. On clear days, it is possible to see as far as the mountains of Assynt and the peaks of the Northwest Highlands.

Overall, Meall a' Mhuthaich is a fantastic destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a scenic and challenging hike in the beautiful Scottish Highlands.

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Meall a' Mhuthaich Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.10701/-5.0702657 or Grid Reference NC1917. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

South-west slopes on Canisp

wrobison

Small burn on the south side of Canisp

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Rocky Moorland

Moorland on the southeastern slopes of Suilven.

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Allt Lon nan Rac

A burn draining the southeastern slopes of Suilven.

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Assynt Moorland

The western slopes of Meall na Braclaich.

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Loch na Gainimh

Andrew Tryon

Beach at southern corner of Loch na Gainimh

Suilven is behind

Sally

Beach and valley at the south corner of Loch na Gainimh

Sally

Canisp

Climbed from SE on a beautiful day with wall to wall sunshine and great views. Name: Canisp Hill number: 1206 Height: 847m / 2779ft Area: 16F: Lochinver to Ullapool Class: Ma,C Grid ref: NC 20291 18719 Summit feature: inclined slab 4m SW of smaller shelter Drop: 691m Col: 156m NC246145

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NW ridge of Canisp

Viewed from the summit

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Canisp from Suilven

From top of climb to the col on Suilven

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Boulders on ridge rising to Canisp

There are stones and boulders along much of the west-south-west ridge of Canisp, the size of them tending to increase with height. Conditions were deteriorating markedly as the image was made - Cul Mor, the peak rising distantly into mist had been cloud free earlier; rain was beginning and a fierce wind was blowing. The climb to Canisp was abandoned at around 730 metres.

Trevor Littlewood

Towards the top of Canisp

Steven Brown

Summit area of Canisp

Steven Brown

Rocky western slopes of Canisp

Steven Brown

Lochan Fada from Canisp SE Ridge

The Cambrian Quartzite boulder fields of Canisp's SE ridge fall away steeply towards Lochan Fada, part of the spectacular 'cnoc and lochan' Lewisian Gneiss landscape of Assynt. Cul Mor and Stac Pollaidh are on the skyline.

Peter Standing

Mountain Art on Canisp - A Quartzite Spherical Cairn

This exquisitely sculptured cairn lies close to Canisp's summit viewed here on the left skyline with Quinag in the far distance to the right. The cairn has been constructed with Cambrian Quartzite and this view was captured with a wide angle lens and the photographer lying flat on the ground.

Peter Standing