Am Beannan

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Am Beannan

Boundary wall between two bits of very similar land Credit: Alan Stewart

Am Beannan is a prominent hill located in the county of Perthshire, Scotland. Standing at an impressive height of 1,019 meters (3,343 feet), it is recognized as one of the highest peaks in the region. The hill is part of the Grampian Mountains, specifically situated in the southern Cairngorms range.

Am Beannan offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, making it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers alike. Its summit provides a vantage point that allows visitors to admire the beauty of the Scottish Highlands, with rolling hills, deep valleys, and picturesque lochs visible in the distance.

The terrain on Am Beannan is rugged and challenging, with steep slopes covered in heather and grasses. The hill is particularly known for its rocky outcrops and craggy cliffs, adding to its allure and providing a sense of adventure to those who choose to explore it.

Accessing Am Beannan typically involves a moderate to strenuous hike, as there are no dedicated paths leading to the summit. However, the stunning views and sense of accomplishment upon reaching the peak make the effort worthwhile. It is recommended to be properly equipped, including appropriate footwear and clothing, as the weather conditions can change rapidly and become unpredictable.

Overall, Am Beannan in Perthshire offers a rewarding and awe-inspiring experience for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a challenging yet beautiful mountain adventure in the heart of Scotland.

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Am Beannan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.699447/-4.3505417 or Grid Reference NN5658. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Boundary wall between two bits of very similar land

Alan Stewart

Last steep climb before the land levels off

The river is more like a damp boulder field now, due to the hydro aqueduct up ahead.

Alan Stewart

River to the right and a fairly disused looking path leads left

Alan Stewart

Aqueduct

Leading towards the Hydro Electric facility at bridge of Ericht. The aqueduct starts off slow and doesn't get much faster.

Alan Stewart

Sometimes it goes through pipes

Alan Stewart

Multiple bridges

At this point, where the track from the forest out to the moors crosses the path of the aqueduct, there's a wooden bridge for the track over the aqueduct and a sunken concrete canal way for the aqueduct to pass.

Alan Stewart

Not good enough for the aqueduct?

Some of the small streams feed into the aqueduct, others are piped underneath it. There is no apparent reason why there's a difference.

Alan Stewart

Forest clearing

In the centre of the clearing is a red deer stag, with a missing left antler.

Dr Richard Murray

Moorland north of Loch Rannoch

Patches of heather and bog. Hills south of Loch Rannoch in the distance. This area is shown as forest on the OS maps, but there are large areas of open moorland with scattered plantations of scots pine.

Dr Richard Murray

Moorland and forestry planting

Although this area is shown as forest on the OS 1:50,000 map, much of it is moorland. There has been some planting of scots pines. In the distance is the western end of Loch Rannoch.

Dr Richard Murray

Cladonia lichens (crotal)

All of the common soil-dwelling lichens of the Scottish uplands belong to the genus Cladonia: In the centre of the image are the delicate branches of Cladonia portentosa. The small stalked cup-like structures with red fruiting bodies belong to a different species of Cladonia.

Dr Richard Murray