Beinn Fhionnlaidh

Standing quietly between Glen Creran and Glen Etive, Beinn Fhionnlaidh is a solitary Munro whose Gaelic name means Finlay’s Hill. Unlike many of its neighbours, it rises alone, with long shape stretching out north of Glen Ure. Its isolation gives it a sense of calm and remoteness, making the climb feel like a journey into a quieter corner of the Highlands.

From its broad summit, walkers are rewarded with sweeping views: westwards to the sea lochs and islands, north into the rugged heart of Glencoe, and south towards Ben Starav and the peaks of Argyll. Though less dramatic in profile than nearby giants, Beinn Fhionnlaidh’s solitude and outlook make it a memorable hill, one that feels both welcoming and watchful.

                          In Highland lore, names tied to individuals often carried echoes of guardianship or legacy. Finlay’s Hill can be imagined as a peak dedicated to memory of a person — a place where the land itself honours a name. 

Route details with map, 3D model and GPX download of the route to the summit of this mountain in Scotland.

Munro – Beinn Fhionnlaidh – Altitude: 959 metres

Length: 8.84 miles  Total Ascent: 3215 ft    Surface: Rough/path/pathless
Difficulty: Moderate
Average Walking Time: 5:20 h

Route starts at a small Car Park, Elleric, Appin, PA38 4BJ.
Google maps directions to the route start can be found HERE