Beinn Bhàn, Glen Loy
West of the Caledonian Canal and above the northern side of Glen Loy, the grass-covered crest of Beinn Bhàn encircles Coire Mhuilinn.
Beinn Bhàn, Glen Loy
| Height | 796m |
| Prominence | 495m |
| Meaning | white mountain |
| Lists | Corbetts (C168) |
| Location | Glen Mallie and Glen Loy, South Morar to Glen Loy |
| Grid Ref | NN140857 |
| Lat/Lon | 56.92525, -5.05684 |
Overlooking Glen Loy, the grass-covered crests of Beinn Bhàn encircle Coire Mhuilinn. There are three summits, with the highest being the easterly peak where a trig point stands by a cairn and line of old iron fence-posts.
The most direct approach to Beinn Bhàn is from the south in Glen Roy starting by a bridge over the River Roy, where a rough path follows the Allt Coire Mhuilinn onto the hills lower slopes. There are no paths higher up, but navigation is straightforward following the line of posts.
Routes up Beinn Bhàn
Beinn Bhàn and Meall a' Phùbuill from Glen Loy | |
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Two short ascents from Glen Loy lead to the Corbett summits of Beinn Bhàn and Meall a' Phùbuill, with fine views over Lochaber. Peaks : 2 Corbetts
Ascent : 1625m (5330ft) Distance : 22km (14m) Time : 8:10hr* | |
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* Times shown are estimates – see timing notes on the disclaimer page for more information.
