Beinn Liath Bheag

Beinn Liath Bheag is a mountain summit in the Fannichs range of the Northwest Highlands. It stands in a wild upland area where the land rises steeply from the surrounding glens. The mountain is marked on maps at grid reference NH230735, a point used by hill walkers to locate the exact spot. Its slopes are mainly grass and heather, with rocky outcrops near the top. The peak is one of many in Scotland classified as a HuMP and a Graham, terms used by hill enthusiasts to describe lower but prominent mountains. The mountain is recognised by several hill-climbing societies that maintain lists of British and Irish peaks. These groups measure height and prominence to decide how a summit should be listed. Their findings are shared on the Database of British and Irish Hills website, where anyone can check details of Beinn Liath Bheag. The effort to keep names in their original Gaelic form is encouraged, adding cultural value to the climb. Visitors reach the summit by following paths that climb through open moorland and forestry edges. The final section is a grassy ridge that leads to the top, where a small cairn marks the highest point. From here, views stretch across the Fannichs and beyond to other mountain groups. The surrounding area is quiet, with few signs of modern development, giving a sense of remote wilderness.