Beinn nan Oighreag Terrain Block
Rising gracefully above the historic reaches of Glen Lyon, Beinn nan Oighreag is a mountain of rich character and hidden rewards. Often overshadowed by the nearby giants of the Tarmachan and Lawers ranges, it possesses a rugged, rocky summit that commands a spectacular view into the heart of Perthshire. Its name—the 'Hill of the Cloudberries'—reflects the biodiversity of its high, peaty slopes, where the rare and delicious wild fruit still grows among the heather. The mountain's southern face is marked by dramatic, broken crags, while its summit offers a quiet sanctuary with a panoramic perspective of the central Highlands' most iconic peaks.
About Beinn nan Oighreag
Historically, Beinn nan Oighreag sits on the northern edge of the Breadalbane lands, a region steeped in the lore of the Stewarts and MacGregors. Its slopes have been grazed by sheep and cattle for centuries, and its name speaks to the ancient highland tradition of foraged harvests. Geologically, it is part of the Dalradian metasedimentary rock formations, with its rugged profile sculpted by millennia of weathering. It remains a favourite for those seeking the wilder, less-travelled paths of the Glen Lyon area, offering a true encounter with the quiet majesty of the Perthshire highlands.
Landscape features
- Named for rare cloudberries
- Perthshire highland panorama
- Proximity to Glen Lyon
- Rugged Dalradian geology
- Overlooked quiet sanctuary
Elevation: 910 metres.
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