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Beinn Ghobhlach
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Beinn Ghobhlach
Highest point
Elevation 635 m (2,083 ft)
Prominence 401 m (1,316 ft)
Listing Graham, Marilyn
Geography
Location Wester Ross, Scotland
Parent range Northwest Highlands
OS grid NH055943
Topo map OS Landranger 19

Beinn Ghobhlach is a mountain in the amazing Northwest Highlands of Scotland. It stands 635 meters (about 2,083 feet) tall. This mountain is found on the Scoraig peninsula, which is a cool piece of land between two sea lochs called Loch Broom. It's part of an area known as Wester Ross.

Even though it's not one of Scotland's tallest mountains, Beinn Ghobhlach feels like a proper, big mountain. It offers incredible views from its top!

Beinn Ghobhlach: A Scottish Mountain Adventure

Beinn Ghobhlach is a special mountain in the wild and beautiful Northwest Highlands. It's located in a pretty remote spot, which makes climbing it an exciting adventure. The mountain's height of 635 meters means it's big enough to feel like a challenge but not so huge that it's only for super experienced climbers.

What Makes Beinn Ghobhlach Special?

This mountain is known for its "mountain feel." This means that even though it's not as tall as some famous peaks, it has steep sides and rocky parts that make you feel like you're truly climbing a big mountain. It's a great place to experience the Scottish Highlands.

Climbing to the Top

Most people who want to climb Beinn Ghobhlach start their journey from a small village called Badrallach. The path up can be a bit tricky, but the reward is totally worth it. From the very top, you get amazing views of the surrounding landscapes. You can see the sea lochs, other mountains, and the rugged coastline of Wester Ross.

Beinn Ghobhlach's Mountain Club Status

Beinn Ghobhlach is part of a special list of mountains. It's known as a "Graham." Grahams are mountains in Scotland that are between 600 and 762 meters (about 2,000 to 2,500 feet) high. It's also a "Marilyn," which is a hill or mountain with a "prominence" of at least 150 meters (about 492 feet). Prominence means how much a mountain rises above the land around it. This shows that Beinn Ghobhlach really stands out from its surroundings.

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