Glas-bheinn Mhor

Glas-bheinn Mhòr, a quiet grassy hill west of Loch Ness, is best climbed after Meall Fuar-mhonaidh, giving solitude and wide views over little-visited uplands.



Glas-bheinn Mhor

Height651m
Prominence156m
Meaningbig green hill
ListsFionas (F174)
LocationGlen Urquhart to Glen Moriston,
Glen Affric to Glen Shiel
Grid RefNH436231
Lat/Lon57.27221, -4.59393


Glas-bheinn Mhòr is a broad, grassy hill rising gently amidst undulating moorland west of Loch Ness. Overshadowed and largely hidden by its more prominent neighbour, Meall Fuar-mhonaidh, it remains quiet and seldom visited. While lacking in distinctive character, its summit offers a peaceful vantage point with wide views across a landscape of lochans, heather, and open slopes.

Glas-bheinn Mhòr is most often reached in combination with Meall Fuar-mhonaidh, making for a rewarding and quieter circuit. The usual approach begins from Grotaig via the eroded but well-used path to Meall Fuar-mhonaidh's summit. From there, a route continues west across open, grassy moorland, passing lochans and minor humps before a short climb leads to Glas-bheinn Mhòr's summit.

An alternative, less-travelled approach can be made from the hydro tracks at Alltsigh, but access and route-finding over rough ground make this a less popular choice.



Routes up Glas-bheinn Mhor

Meall Fuar-mhonaidh and Glas-bheinn Mhòr circuit

From Grotaig, a worn path heads up Meall Fuar-mhonaidh with its fine views down Loch Ness, beyond which rougher moorland leads to Glas-bheinn Mhòr.

Peaks : 2 Fionas

Ascent : 770m (2530ft)
Distance : 15km (9m)
Time : 5hr*



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* Times shown are estimates – see timing notes on the disclaimer page for more information.



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