Beinn Mheadhoin

Beinn Mheadhoin is a mountain summit in the Cairngorm range featuring a broad plateau scattered with granite formations. The peak draws experienced hikers who need solid mountain skills to navigate the terrain safely.

The name comes from Scottish Gaelic, meaning 'middle,' reflecting its central position within the Cairngorm range. The granite formations on the summit are remnants of glacier action from the last ice age.

The summit holds significance for climbers as reaching the true peak requires ascending the largest granite tor on the plateau. This distinctive feature shapes the experience of everyone who ventures here.

The ascent requires good navigation skills and mountaineering experience, especially with unpredictable weather in the Scottish Highlands. Visitors should wear sturdy boots and layers to protect against quickly changing conditions.

The summit plateau holds several large granite boulders called tors, left behind when glaciers melted during the last ice age. These formations often surprise visitors with their appearance of being deliberately placed.

Location: Highland

Elevation above the sea: 1,182 m

GPS coordinates: 57.09593,-3.61148

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:22