Gulvain (Gaor Bheinn)
Gulvain is an isolated mountain situated between Loch Eil and Loch Arkaig. There are two summits on its crest, the higher of which is its northern peak.
Gulvain (Gaor Bheinn)
| Height | 983m |
| Prominence | 842m |
| Meaning | dirty or noisy mountain |
| Lists | Munros (M165) |
| Location | Glen Finnan and Gleann Fionnlighe, South Morar to Glen Loy |
| Grid Ref | NM997864 |
| Lat/Lon | 56.93617, -5.28491 |
| Munro tops | Gulvain South Top (961m) |
West of the Great Glen, Gulvain, also known as Gaor Bheinn, rises as a striking, isolated mountain above the waters of Loch Eil and Loch Arkaig. It features two distinct summits connected by a ridge, and is linked to the nearby Bràigh nan Uamhachan by a col at 500m.
Most hillwalkers approach Gulvain from the south, following a track though woodlands of Gleann Fionnlighe. A well-defined path ascends the mountain's southern shoulder, leading to the trig point on its southern summit, before continuing along a broad ridge to the main peak.
Routes up Gulvain
Gulvain and Bràigh nan Uamhachan from Gleann Fionnlighe | |
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A hillwalk to Gulvain’s twin peaks with an optional extension to Bràigh nan Uamhachan via a scenic col above Gleann Fionnlighe. Peaks : 1 Munro, option of 1 Corbett
Ascent : 1250m (4100ft) Distance : 19km (12m) Time : 6:50hr* | |
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* Times shown are estimates – see timing notes on the disclaimer page for more information.
