Beinn Bhreac

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Beinn Bhreac

Knobbly ridge. East of Sgiath Chuil, the ground remains high and grassy There are many small knolls, mostly unnamed, on a poorly defined ridge. The underlying schists break down into fertile soils rich in calcium and magnesium, and the hill supports a rich plant life. Here the higher ground is leading towards one of the named hills, Meall na Samhna. — Knobbly ridge. Credit: Richard Webb

Beinn Bhreac is a prominent hill located in Perthshire, Scotland. It is part of the Grampian Mountains and stands at an impressive height of 931 meters (3,054 feet). The name "Beinn Bhreac" translates to "speckled mountain" in Scottish Gaelic, which is a fitting description of its appearance.

The hill is situated in a remote area, approximately 15 kilometers north of Blair Atholl. It is known for its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep slopes and craggy outcrops. Beinn Bhreac offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the nearby Munros (mountains over 3,000 feet) such as Ben Vrackie and Schiehallion.

The ascent to the summit of Beinn Bhreac is challenging, requiring a good level of fitness and navigational skills. The hill is often accessed from the village of Calvine, where a track leads to the foot of the mountain. From there, hikers follow a steep path that gradually becomes more rocky and exposed. The final stretch involves some scrambling, making it a thrilling adventure for experienced mountaineers.

Due to its remote location and challenging terrain, Beinn Bhreac is not as frequently visited as other nearby peaks. This makes it an ideal destination for those seeking solitude and a more rugged hiking experience. However, it is important to come prepared with appropriate clothing, equipment, and navigational tools as the weather conditions can change rapidly, even during the summer months.

In summary, Beinn Bhreac is a stunning hill in Perthshire, offering a challenging and rewarding ascent with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. It is a perfect destination for experienced hikers looking to explore the beauty and solitude of the Scottish highlands.

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Beinn Bhreac Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.464795/-4.4347862 or Grid Reference NN5032. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Knobbly ridge.

East of Sgiath Chuil, the ground remains high and grassy There are many small knolls, mostly unnamed, on a poorly defined ridge. The underlying schists break down into fertile soils rich in calcium and magnesium, and the hill supports a rich plant life. Here the higher ground is leading towards one of the named hills, Meall na Samhna.

Richard Webb

Lochan Coire Dubhclair

Frozen lochan beneath Meall na Samhna, the knolly ridge between Glen Dochart and Glen Lochay

Richard Webb

Burn above Auchlyne

An unnamed burn flowing south from yet another Perthshire Meall Reamhar.

Gordon Morrison

Tortured rock above Coire Dhubhchlair

An exposure of twisted rock

Alan Reid

Lochan Coire Dubhchlair

Alan Reid

Corrie high above Lochay

A northfacing corrie in summer greens, quiet and little known.

Alan Reid

Meall na Samhna

Stony ridge top running southwards from the 866m high point of Meall na Samhna.

Richard Webb

Coire Dhubhchlair

The corrie floor with bogs and burns seen from Meall na Samhna.

Richard Webb

Coire Lobhaidh

View across Coire Lobhaidh from Meall na Samhna towards Sgiath Chùil further westward along a very complex ridge system between Glen Lochay and Glen Dochart.

Richard Webb

Cairn, Meall na Samhna - Sgiath ChÃ¹il ridge

A cairn on a hillside, not a summit. One of the few non natural features up here on the pathless ridge east of Sgiath Chuil. Beinn Heasgarnich in the background.

Richard Webb

Lochan Coire Dubhclair

Lochan between Meall na Samhna (background) and Beinn Bhreac. It was frozen the last time I was here: NN4932 : Lochan Coire Dubhclair

Richard Webb

Meall na Samhna

Looking north towards the 866m highest bump on Meall na Samhna.

Richard Webb

East side of Coire Dhubhchlair

Steep broken ground above Coire Dhubhchlair.

Richard Webb

Bumpy ground, Meall na Samhna

Some of the many summits along the ridge between Meall na Samhna and Sgiath Chùil.

Richard Webb

One of the many Meall na Samhna tops

A small steep sided summit to the north of the supposed ridge line. This hill is a navigational challenge in good visibility too.

Richard Webb

Survey pillar, Beinn Bhreac

A pile of concrete blocks near the summit of Beinn Bhreac (796m). This would have been a triangulation station, not for the Ordnance Survey, but the North of Scotland Hydro-electricity board. The hills of Glen Lochay are all tapped for water power, burns are captured and led into powerstations directly or reservoirs. Miles of tunnels were dug taking water across watersheds. This would have been a survey station for planning and executing one of these engineering works around 1950.

Richard Webb