Beinn Dearg Mhor, Skye
Beinn Dearg Mhor - scree covered mountain in the Red Cuillin
Beinn Dearg Mhor is one of two distinct summits on Skye's Red Cuillin's Beinn Dearg. Often overlooked due to its position behind the taller Glamaig when viewed from Sligachan, it stands above slopes of steep scree that fall to heather-covered lower ground.Beinn Dearg Mhor, Skye
| Height | 733.5m |
| Prominence | 319m |
| Meaning | big red mountain |
| Lists | Fionas, 42 |
| Location | Strathaird and Red Cuillin, Skye, Inner Hebrides |
| Grid Ref | NG520284 |
| Lat/Lon | 57.27953, -6.11581 |
Beinn Dearg Mhor is the higher of the two prominent summits on Beinn Dearg in he Red Cuillin of Skye, the other being Beinn Dearg Mheadhonach. Characterised by dramatic fans of scree cascading from its flanks to the heather-clad slopes below, it presents a rugged and striking profile. Despite its impressive form, Beinn Dearg Mhor is overshadowed by neighbouring Glamaig, which rises higher and sits directly in front of it when viewed from the popular vantage point at Sligachan.
Although Beinn Dearg Mhor can be climbed directly from Sligachan, it sits between Marsco and Glamaig and a more enjoyable experience is to combine it with these nearby hills on a circular route of fine ridge-walking.
Routes up Beinn Dearg Mhor
Red Cuillin of Skye | |
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The granite covered Red Cuillin peaks tower above the inlets of Loch Sligachan and Loch Ainort. The views from the summits are wonderful, particularly across to Skye's Black Cuillin. Peaks : 1 Corbett, 2 Fionas
Ascent : 1700m (5580ft) Distance : 15km (9m) Time : 6:30hr |
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