Maoile Lunndaidh

Height	1004.9m
Prominence	403m
Meaning	bare hill of the wet place
Lists	Munros, 128
Location	Attadale and Monar, Glen Carron to Glen Strathfarrar
Grid Ref	NH135459
Lat/Lon	57.46453, -5.11117

The cairn of Maoile Lunndaidh sits on top of a vast grass-covered plateau in the heart of Monar and Glen Uig. Several crests and ridges extend out from this summit, overlooking corries with lochans. A bit of debate has been taking place over the highest point, with recent measurements giving the honour to the high point above Creag Toll a' Choin.

The easiest route to Maoile Lunndaidh begins with a cycle from Craig near Achnaschellach to Glenuaig Lodge and a hike up steep slopes. This route could be extended to include other nearby Munros.

The longer approach from Strathfarrar is along fine stalkers paths and up gentler gradients. I wouldn't bother coming in from Strathconon as paths are overgrown and often indistinct !

Routes up Maoile Lunndaidh

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Maoile Lunndaidh from Strathfarrar
	A lovely walk along fine paths above the shores of Loch Monar leads to the southern base of Maoile Lunndaidh from where an old stalkers path travels uphill into Toll a' Choin below the summit crest. A detour to An Sithean doesn't add much distance, just a tad over 300m of ascent. Peaks : 1 Munro, option of 1 Corbett Ascent : 1350m (4430ft) Distance : 25km (16m) Time : 8:15hr

Munros above Loch Monar
	Set back from Glen Carron, Sgurr a' Chaorachain and Sgurr Choinnich are two Munros linked by a ridge above Glen Uig. A cycle along a fine estate track reaches the foot of these mountains and routes can be varied to include nearby Bidean an Eoin Deirg or Maoile Lunndaidh. Peaks : 2 Munros, option of additional Munro Ascent : 1530m (5020ft) Distance : 22km (14m) Time : 5:50hr

Monar's Big 9
	A superb route in a remote area around the western head of Loch Monar, bagging grand and rugged peaks. Ideal for hardy hill-runners or hikers who are used to backpacking, the route can also be split into four easier outings. Peaks : 6 Munros, 3 Corbetts Ascent : 4075m (13370ft) Distance : 43km (27m) Time : 15:40hr

Nearby hills and mountains

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