Munro · North-West Highlands
Eididh nan Clach Geala
Eididh nan Clach Geala (927m) — the web of white stones — sits at the northern end of the Beinn Dearg group above Loch Broom. The pale quartzite blocks scattered across its summit dome give the hill its name and a distinctive look from below. It is most often climbed on a long day from Inverlael paired with Meall nan Ceapraichean. The view north into the empty country towards Seana Bhraigh is one of the most committing in the Highlands.
Quick facts
- Height
- 927m/ 3041ft
- Prominence
- 166 m
- Distance
- 16 km
- Ascent
- 816 m
- Time
- 6–9 hrs
- Grid ref
- NH257842
- Parking
- NH183852
- Nearest
- Ullapool· Inverness 56km
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
Height and prominence cross-checked against the Database of British and Irish Hills (CC BY).
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Standard route
Forest track / glen path 40% · Open moorland 40% · Quartz summit 20%
From the Inverlael forestry car park follow the Glensguaib track south then strike east up the rough bealach below Meall nan Ceapraichean. From the bealach a faint path picks a way north-east over heather and broken ground to the quartz-strewn summit dome. The pale stones underfoot make the final approach easier to follow than most pathless Highland summits.
Terrain
Forestry track for the first 4km then heather-bog and rough grass to the bealach. Above 800m the ground turns to loose pale quartzite blocks where careful foot placement is needed. Visibility-dependent navigation across the wide summit shoulder is the main challenge.
In winter
SAIS Northern Highlands covers this group; wind-loading on east and north-east aspects above the bealach is the usual concern. Cornices form along the rim above Coire an Lochain Sgeirich. Sub-seven-hour daylight in December and a long approach mean a pre-dawn start in winter.
This hill is in the Torridon SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow4h 15m
- Edinburgh4h 28m
OS maps: OS Landranger 20
Mobile signal: No bars above 700m. Download maps in Ullapool — no coverage at Inverlael or on the hill.
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:56
- Sunset
- 21:57
- Civil dawn
- 03:57
- Civil dusk
- 22:55
NOAA Solar Calculator · 23 July 2026
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Eididh nan Clach Geala — common questions
- What difficulty is Eididh nan Clach Geala?
- On the OutdoorSCOT scale, Eididh nan Clach Geala comes in at 5/5 — very challenging. Expect roughly 16km and 816m of ascent on the usual route — 6-9 hours for most parties. Ground conditions: Forestry track for the first 4km then heather-bog and rough grass to the bealach.
- How much drop does Eididh nan Clach Geala have?
- The drop is 166m: measured from the summit of Eididh nan Clach Geala down to the saddle joining it to higher terrain.
- Where's the parking for Eididh nan Clach Geala?
- Park at NH183852 near Ullapool. Double-check the grid reference on an OS map first; informal laybys here fill early in high season.
- What's the best month to climb Eididh nan Clach Geala?
- Aim for May, June, July, August, September on Eididh nan Clach Geala. In the remaining months treat it as a winter hill — full kit, solid navigation, and a look at the relevant SAIS avalanche forecast before you go.
- Can dogs go up Eididh nan Clach Geala?
- Dogs are fine on a lead. The route passes livestock or ground-nesting bird habitat, so keep them close throughout.
- Will I get phone signal on Eididh nan Clach Geala?
- No bars above 700m. Download maps in Ullapool — no coverage at Inverlael or on the hill.
- Is Eididh nan Clach Geala safe in winter?
- SAIS Northern Highlands covers this group; wind-loading on east and north-east aspects above the bealach is the usual concern. Cornices form along the rim above Coire an Lochain Sgeirich. Sub-seven-hour daylight in December and a long approach mean a pre-dawn start in winter.
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