Mullach Sithidh

Hill, Mountain in Ross-shire

Scotland

Mullach Sithidh

On Creag a' Choir' Aird Looking up Gleann Sithidh to Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan. — On Creag a' Choir' Aird Credit: Alan Reid

Mullach Sithidh is a prominent hill located in Ross-shire, Scotland. Situated in the Highlands region, it is part of the broader Northwest Highlands geological area. Mullach Sithidh stands at an elevation of approximately 890 meters (2,920 feet) above sea level, making it one of the notable peaks in the region.

The hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including nearby lochs and glens. Its distinctive shape, with a gently sloping grassy terrain, makes it a popular destination for hikers and hillwalkers. The ascent to Mullach Sithidh is often considered moderately challenging, but the reward of the stunning vistas and the sense of accomplishment at its summit make it worthwhile.

The flora and fauna of Mullach Sithidh are typical of the Scottish Highlands. The lower slopes are covered in heather, while the higher regions are characterized by rugged rock formations. Wildlife enthusiasts may spot various bird species, including golden eagles and peregrine falcons, as well as red deer and mountain hares.

Mullach Sithidh is also steeped in history, with evidence of human occupation dating back thousands of years. Archaeological remains such as cairns and stone structures can be found in the vicinity, offering a glimpse into the area's rich past.

Overall, Mullach Sithidh is a captivating natural landmark in Ross-shire, Scotland, offering outdoor enthusiasts a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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Mullach Sithidh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.287952/-5.1838093 or Grid Reference NH0826. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

On Creag a' Choir' Aird

Looking up Gleann Sithidh to Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan.

Alan Reid

Mullach Sithidh drops into Coire na Dheiragainn

Alan Reid

Eastern slopes of Mullach na Dheiragain

Alan Reid

Gleann a' Choilich

View down the glen from the Bealach Coire Ghàidheil. The glen runs down to Loch Lungard, now the western end of Loch Mullardoch - unless there is a drought.

Richard Webb

Gleann a' Choilich

View upstream after the descent from the Bealach Coire Ghàdhail on the fine path over from Affric. The hill at the head of the glen is pure quality - Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan, on the left is one of its many outlying tops, An Socach which sneaks in as a separate hill in the Scottish Mountaineering Club's Munro's Tables. Often regarded as a bit of a gimmie, I have failed on it twice. I have had far more success on Sgurr nan Ceathramhnan.

Richard Webb

Ridge leading up Coire Aird

Looking up the steep ridge towards the top of the hill.

Matthew

Mullach na Dheiragain

Mullach na Dheiragain is the highest point in a long ridge running north from Sgùrr nan Ceathreamhnan. Once known to munro baggers as Creag a' Choire Aird, it has a reputation for providing a bit of a long walk.

Richard Webb

Gleann a' Choilich

A glen near the head of Glen Cannich, between Sgùrr nan Ceathreamhnan and Carn Eige. A path runs down the glen towards the site of Kinlochlungard at the head of the enlarged combined loch of Mullardoch/Lungard.

Richard Webb

Bog, Gleann a' Choilich

Dark, exposed peat on the floor of the glen at the head of Glen Cannich.

Richard Webb

Summit of Mullach na Dheiragain

Cairn is marked on map. Fairly typical Scottish mountain conditions.

Roger McLachlan

On the broad ridge that extends from Ceathreamhnan to Dheiragain

This image typifies the broad undulating ridges that are part and parcel of an area referred to as the "Big Glens". The hill in the middle distance is Mullach na Dheiragain on the horizon are the munros of Loch Mullardoch from left to right. An Socach , An Riabhachan , Sgurr na Lapaich (pointy one in the distance) & Carn nan Gobhar

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Southern ridge of Mullach na Dheiragain

Looking north along one of the ridges of the Big Glens. This grid square covers the steep ground west of Mullach na Dheiragain

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The Big Glens

The horizon is made up of the complex tops of Sgurr nan Ceathreamhnan

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Looking down the northern ridge of Mullach na Dheiragain

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Looking over the northern slopes of Mullach na Dheiragain

The Loch is Loch Mullardoch, the prominent hill just left of centre horizon is "An Riabhachan" with "Sgurr na Lapaich" to its right

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Summit of Mullach Sithidh, Glen Affric

View south over Mullach na Dheiragain in mid distance to Sgurr nan Ceathreamhnan in far distance.

paul birrell

Steep Slopes

Heading west up increasingly steep slopes of the munro of Mullach na Dheiragain and looking across to the big Affric munros of Carn Eige and Mam Sodhail, left and right respectively. A 2000 foot re-ascent after descending from the far away ridge - not for the faint hearted (only the foolish!)

Adam Ward

Two Munros, Five Tops

A motown backing group perhaps? - taken from the subsidiary top of Mullach Sithidh looking across the munro of Mullach na Dheiragain, you can just see its other subsidiary top, before the ridge rears up to the magnificent Sgurr nan Ceathreamhnan and 3 of its 5 tops. The tiny figures give an idea of the scale of the ridge.

Adam Ward

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Mullach Sithidh is located at Grid Ref: NH0826 (Lat: 57.287952, Lng: -5.1838093)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

Also known as: Creag a' Choire Ard