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Beinn Udlamain

Munro
Quick Facts
This is the height of the mountain above sea level. However, on the climb, it is the ascent that matters, i.e. the sum of all the uphill parts of the route.
Altitude
1011 m (3316 ft)

This is the standard notation used on Ordnance Survey Landranger maps.

Each reference consists of two letters identifying a 100,000 metre square block then three digits defining the Easting and finally the three digits defining the Northing with reference to the South West corner of the block.

NN166712 is the grid reference for the summit of Ben Nevis. Where you are given the map number ( For Ben Nevis = 41) it is acceptable to omit the two initial letters e.g. 166712. (Instructions on how to read the references are given on the OS maps).

Grid Ref.
NN57967396
An indication of this mountains height rank within its class. Where two mountains share the same height they are ordered alphabetically.
Stature
119 of 283 Munros
The number of ascent routes currently available on Munromagic.
Routes
2
Mountain names are usually in Gaelic, the native language of the Scottish Highlands, or have been derived from the old Scots and Norse languages. We give the most commonly accepted meaning, but accept that some of these are disputed.
Meaning
Gloomy hill
 

The UK is covered by 204 Ordnance Survey Landranger 1:50,000 scale maps. Maps numbered 1 to 86 cover Scotland but for the highest mountains (Munros) only 23 maps are required. The name given roughly describes the area covered by the map.

You can click on the map name to purchase the map for £6.29 including postage which is one of the cheapest prices we have found.

OS Landranger Maps Required
  42   Glen Garry & Loch Rannoch
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A description of the characteristics of the mountain including any hazards of which you should be aware.

  Description
From the summit of Beinn Udlamain a ridge runs S to a broad bealach at the head of Coire Dhomhain which connects to Sgairneach Mhor (a common ascent route).

At the N limit of the summit plateau there are two ridges, a narrow rocky N ridge and a broader NE ridge curving round Fraoich-choire to connect with A' Mharconnaich at a high col.

The W slopes towards loch Ericht and the E slopes into Coire Dhomhain are steep and should be avoided. It is recommended to continue onto A' Marchonnaich if you are not returning to the head of Coire Dhomhain.

Hazards you may encounter on Beinn Udlamain include
 Steep slopes on or near ascent routes.
 
General Considerations
 Temperature decreases by 1degree C for every 100m of ascent.
 Wind usually increases with altitude.
 Visibility can change markedly with cloud level.
 River/Stream levels can increase markedly in one day.
Picture Gallery for Beinn Udlamain

Snow-covered fence posts on Beinn Udlamain; March 1986.

© Roger Vander Steen
Image by Roger Vander Steen

The view south-west down loch Ericht from Beinn Udlamain. The mountain of the right is Beinn Bheoil.

© Bill Wales
Image by Bill Wales

Beinn Udlamain showing the old iron fence line on the way across the twisting plateau from A'Mharconaich.

© Graham Young
Image by Graham Young

Beinn Udlamain from Sgairneach Mhor 12 Oct 2008

© Colin Fridge
Image by Colin Fridge
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Ordnance Survey digital maps are also available to members.

  Weather & OS Maps
Southeastern Highlands
by MWIS (PDF format) 		Ben Alder
by Accuweather 		East Highlands
by Met Office 		Beinn Bheoil
by Metcheck
Beinn Udlamain Area Map
Legend  Munro  Corbett  Graham  English/Welsh Top  Accommodation

A selection of local accommodation options who advertise with Munromagic.com.

  Where to Stay
Results by distance from Beinn Udlamain
20.8 km
The Rumblie Guest House
The Rumblie, Gergask Avenue, Laggan, By Newtonmore
20.8 km
Laggan Hotel
Laggan, Newtonmore
23.2 km
Torr an Daimh, Tulloch (Rushyglen Ltd)
Tulloch, Roybridge
23.2 km
Old School House, Tulloch (Rushyglen Ltd)
Tulloch, Roybridge
28.5 km
Craigerne House Hotel and Beautiful Mountain Coffee Shop
Golf Course Road
28.5 km
Netherwood House
Glen Road, Newtonmore
29.5 km
Croft Holidays
Croft Dhu, Newtonmore
38.1 km
Drynachan Bed and Breakfast
Invergarry, Inverness-shire
38.6 km
Invergarry Lodge
Mandally Road, Invergarry
39.5 km
Ardgarry Farm
Faichem, Invergarry, Inverness-shire
For information on camping visit
ScottishCamping.com who also produce
a map of scottish camp grounds.

The summary information of one or more ascent routes that include Beinn Udlamain.

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  Routes that include Beinn Udlamain
  Ascent Distance Time Including... Description Rating
1 802 m 15.01 km 4.5 hrs Beinn Udlamain and Sgairneach Mhor  Easy route starting from high altitude. Makes an excellent winter walk  
2 1183 m 23.12 km 7 hrs Beinn Udlamain, Sgairneach Mhor, A' Mharconaich and Geal Charn [Drumochter Pass]  Easy walking in a beautiful area. Care needed crossing stream when in spate.  
 

Pictures submitted by members on the summit of Beinn Udlamain

  Baggers Gallery for Beinn Udlamain

Susie and I on top of Beinn Udlamain named correctly "Gloomy Hill"

© Stephen Harte
Image by Stephen Harte

Beinn Udlamain between snow showers.

© donald brown
Image by donald brown

Dougie Culton and Peter Dyson on summit.

© Peter Dyson
Image by Peter Dyson

A rather windy Beinn Udlmain with A`Mharconaich in the background 12/10/08

© Colin Fridge
Image by Colin Fridge
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