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Beinn Mhic-Mhonaidh
Lochan with summit of Beinn Mhic Mhonaidh behind - geograph.org.uk - 690192.jpg
Beinn Mhic-Mhonaidh summit
Highest point
Elevation 796 m (2,612 ft)
Prominence 420 m (1,380 ft)
Listing Corbett, Marilyn
Geography
Location Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Parent range Grampian Mountains
OS grid NN208350
Topo map OS Landranger 50

Beinn Mhic-Mhonaidh is a cool mountain in Scotland! It stands tall at 796 meters (about 2,612 feet) and is part of the amazing Grampian Mountains. You can find it in a beautiful area called Argyll and Bute, just west of Glen Orchy.

Exploring Beinn Mhic-Mhonaidh

This mountain is a popular spot for hikers and nature lovers. Its lower parts are covered in forests, making the climb interesting. As you get higher, the trees give way to open slopes.

Reaching the Summit

Most people who want to climb Beinn Mhic-Mhonaidh start their adventure from the Eas Urchaidh waterfall. This waterfall is located in a lovely valley called Glen Orchy. The journey up the mountain offers a great way to see the Scottish countryside.

Amazing Views from the Top

Once you reach the summit of Beinn Mhic-Mhonaidh, you'll be rewarded with incredible views! From the top, you can see far across the surrounding hills and valleys. It's a perfect spot to take photos and enjoy the peaceful Scottish landscape.

What is a Corbett?

Beinn Mhic-Mhonaidh is known as a "Corbett." This is a special name for mountains in Scotland that are between 2,500 and 3,000 feet (762 and 914 meters) high. There are many Corbetts across Scotland, and climbing them is a popular hobby for hikers.

What is a Marilyn?

The mountain is also called a "Marilyn." This is another way to classify hills and mountains. A Marilyn is any hill in the British Isles that has a "prominence" of at least 150 meters (about 492 feet). Prominence means how much a hill stands out from the land around it. So, Beinn Mhic-Mhonaidh really stands out!

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