Baosbheinn

Baosbheinn is a mountain summit in the Northwest Highlands rising to 875 meters and extending roughly 3 kilometers in length. Its southwestern face drops steeply toward Loch a' Ghobhainn.

Surrounding forests were cleared during the 16th and 17th centuries to supply ironworks operations along Loch Maree. This resource extraction significantly altered the landscape around this region.

The name carries local interpretations such as Wizard's Hill or Mountain of the Face, derived from how its silhouette appears when seen from Gairloch. Such naming reflects how the surrounding community perceived and understood this peak over time.

Start from the Red Barn parking area on the A832 road and be prepared for a careful crossing of the Abhainn a' Gharbh Choire river. Proper footwear and route-finding skills are essential for this terrain.

The northwestern end of the ridge contains one of Britain's largest protalus rampart formations, a rare geological feature created by snowslide activity. This distinctive structure makes the location remarkable for geology enthusiasts.

GPS coordinates: 57.62828,-5.56857

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:08