A' Mharconaich

A' Mharconaich rises to 975 meters above sea level, featuring a northeast-southwest ridge with steep slopes and a stone wind shelter at its peak.

The mountain's name derives from Scottish Gaelic meaning 'the horse place', reflecting the period when horses were fundamental to local transportation and commerce.

The summit forms part of the Munros collection, a group of Scottish mountains exceeding 3,000 feet that attract numerous mountain climbing enthusiasts.

Hikers can start their ascent from Balsporran Cottages car park, following the northeastern ridge or combining the climb with neighboring peaks Geal-charn and Beinn Udlamain.

Metal fence posts remain scattered across the mountain's slopes, serving as navigation markers for climbers traversing through poor weather conditions.

GPS coordinates: 56.85767,-4.28987

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:55