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An Teallach

Range Of Mountains, Range Of Hills in Ross-shire

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An Teallach

Ridge of Sgùrr Creag an Eich
Ridge of Sgùrr Creag an Eich Credit: Alan Reid

An Teallach is a magnificent range of mountains located in the county of Ross-shire, Scotland. It is known for its stunning beauty and challenging hiking trails, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The range is situated in the Northwest Highlands, near the village of Dundonnell. It stretches over 15 kilometers, with its highest peak, Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill, reaching an impressive height of 1,062 meters. An Teallach is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep slopes and sharp ridges that provide breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

The mountains are composed of Torridonian sandstone, which has weathered over millions of years, creating unique formations such as pinnacles, buttresses, and sharp peaks. The landscape is further enhanced by the presence of several lochs and deep glens, adding to the dramatic beauty of An Teallach.

Hiking in An Teallach can be challenging, as the terrain is steep and requires a good level of fitness and experience. The most popular route is known as the An Teallach Traverse, a demanding 12-kilometer ridge walk that offers spectacular views but should only be attempted by experienced climbers.

Despite its challenging nature, An Teallach attracts outdoor enthusiasts from all over the world, who come to experience the beauty, tranquility, and sense of adventure that this range of mountains has to offer. It is a place of natural wonder and a testament to the raw beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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An Teallach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.813501/-5.260435 or Grid Reference NH0685. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ridge of Sgùrr Creag an Eich
Ridge of Sgùrr Creag an Eich
South flank of Glas Mheall Liath Sgùrr Fiòna in the mist.
South flank of Glas Mheall Liath
Sgùrr Fiòna in the mist.
The head of Coire Mòr an Teallaich
The head of Coire Mòr an Teallaich
Lord Berkeley's Seat on An Teallach One of the obstacles of the An Teallach ridge. There are currently five other images from this viewpoint on Geograph. This is the first winter image.
Lord Berkeley's Seat on An Teallach
One of the obstacles of the An Teallach ridge. There are currently five other images from this viewpoint on Geograph. This is the first winter image.
Contemplating the climb of Lord Berkeley's Seat on the An Teallach ridge A refreshment stop before the next challenge of a traverse of An Teallach.
Contemplating the climb of Lord Berkeley's Seat on the An Teallach ridge
A refreshment stop before the next challenge of a traverse of An Teallach.
Rocks at summit of Glas Mheall Mòr Glas Mheall Mòr is a subsidiary peak of Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill which is seen at the centre of the image. Both are tops of the range of mountains that is An Teallach.
Rocks at summit of Glas Mheall Mòr
Glas Mheall Mòr is a subsidiary peak of Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill which is seen at the centre of the image. Both are tops of the range of mountains that is An Teallach.
Boulders along summit ridge of Glas Mheall Liath The image was recorded from the summit of Glas Mheall Liath; it connects the mountain with Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill, one of the two Munros of the range of mountains, An Teallach.
Boulders along summit ridge of Glas Mheall Liath
The image was recorded from the summit of Glas Mheall Liath; it connects the mountain with Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill, one of the two Munros of the range of mountains, An Teallach.
Summit rocks of Bidein a’ Ghlas Thuill The actual summit of Bidein a’ Ghlas Thuill with Glas Mheall Mor beyond, hidden by the trig point. The rock is of course red sandstone.
Summit rocks of Bidein a’ Ghlas Thuill
The actual summit of Bidein a’ Ghlas Thuill with Glas Mheall Mor beyond, hidden by the trig point. The rock is of course red sandstone.
Rocks at col south-east of Sron a’ Choire Sron a’ Choire is a minor feature with just a little prominence, offset from the ridge connecting Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill with Glas Mheall Mòr. Sgurr Creag an Eich is the distant peak; the ridge left from its summit connects it too with Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill.
Rocks at col south-east of Sron a’ Choire
Sron a’ Choire is a minor feature with just a little prominence, offset from the ridge connecting Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill with Glas Mheall Mòr. Sgurr Creag an Eich is the distant peak; the ridge left from its summit connects it too with Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill.
An Teallach - SW from Glas Mheall Liath The corrie on the east side of An Teallach. Loch Toll an Lochain is at bottom left. The tops are Corrag Bhuidhe (centre), Lord Berkeley's Seat, Sgurr Fiona (highest) and Sgurr Creag an Eich (right).
An Teallach - SW from Glas Mheall Liath
The corrie on the east side of An Teallach. Loch Toll an Lochain is at bottom left. The tops are Corrag Bhuidhe (centre), Lord Berkeley's Seat, Sgurr Fiona (highest) and Sgurr Creag an Eich (right).
An Teallach - West from Sgurr Fiona Looking towards Sgurr Creag an Eich.
An Teallach - West from Sgurr Fiona
Looking towards Sgurr Creag an Eich.
An Teallach - South from Sgurr Fiona Looking towards the Fisherfield Forest. Lord Berkeley's Seat is the nearest top. There seems to be plenty of water in the rivers below, Abhainn Strath na Sealga and Abhainn Gleann na Muice, which flow into Loch na Sealga.
An Teallach - South from Sgurr Fiona
Looking towards the Fisherfield Forest. Lord Berkeley's Seat is the nearest top. There seems to be plenty of water in the rivers below, Abhainn Strath na Sealga and Abhainn Gleann na Muice, which flow into Loch na Sealga.
An Teallach - main ridge A great day in amongst exams. Some hill walkers still wore kilts.
An Teallach - main ridge
A great day in amongst exams. Some hill walkers still wore kilts.
An Teallach An majestic view of the full length of the ridge of An Teallach from the air.
An Teallach
An majestic view of the full length of the ridge of An Teallach from the air.
Snow gully at upper end of Coir' a Mhuilinn, An Teallach
Snow gully at upper end of Coir' a Mhuilinn, An Teallach
View down Coir' a Mhuilinn, An Teallach
View down Coir' a Mhuilinn, An Teallach
Trig point on Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill, An Teallach
Trig point on Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill, An Teallach
Sgurr Fiona & Corrag Bhuidhe from Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill, An Teallach
Sgurr Fiona & Corrag Bhuidhe from Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill, An Teallach
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An Teallach is located at Grid Ref: NH0685 (Lat: 57.813501, Lng: -5.260435)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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