Region: North-west Highlands – Glen Strathfarrar
Height: 1,005m (3,297 ft)
Maoile Lunndaidh, “rounded hill of London” or “bare hill of the wet place,” is a remote and plateau-framed summit tucked deep into Glen Strathfarrar. Its name evokes mystery and terrain, fitting for its broad dome and lochan solitude. Often climbed solo or as part of the Strathfarrar circuit, it offers a quiet rhythm across grassy ridges and sculptural moor. For campervan travellers, access is via the private Glen Strathfarrar Road, permit required, with a long and wild approach.
Trailhead and Parking
- Primary Access Point: Inchmore Gate (permit-controlled access)
- Location: Glen Strathfarrar, west of Struy
- Grid Reference: NH332438 (trailhead)
- Summit Grid Reference: NH135353
- Capacity: Limited roadside parking; suitable for short campervans during the day
- Facilities: None at the trailhead
- Charges: Free, but an access permit is required
- Overnight: Not permitted at the trailhead
Nearby Options
- Struy: Wild parking in designated laybys
- Beauly: Campsite with full facilities
- Inverness: Additional amenities and resupply
Route Overview
- Standard Ascent: Estate track via Coire Mhuillidh and plateau traverse
- Distance: ~18–22 km round trip
- Elevation Gain: ~1,000 metres
- Terrain: Broad ridges, grassy slopes, exposed summit
- Time Estimate: 6 to 8 hours
Extensions:
- Often linked with Sgùrr a’ Choire Ghlais and Carn nan Gobhar for a fuller circuit
- The route can be adapted for multi-day pacing or a lochan bivvy
Navigation Notes
- Summit is cairned and remote; visibility can drop quickly
- A map and compass are essential; a GPS is helpful for summit identification and descent
- Upper slopes are broad and pathless in mist—ceremonial pacing recommended
- Weather can shift quickly across the massif
Campervan Suitability
- Day Parking: Inchmore Gate allows daytime campervan access with a permit
- Overnight Options:
- Beauly Campsite: Toilets, showers, electric hook-ups
- Wild parking may be possible in designated laybys
- Overflow: Struy and Beauly offer additional staging
Fuel and Supplies
- Beauly: Shop, café, fuel station
- Nearest Large Supermarket: Inverness
- Outdoor Gear: Available in Inverness or Dingwall
- Water Refill: Recommended before entering Glen Strathfarrar
Legacy Log
- Name Origin: “Maoile Lunndaidh” may translate to “bare hill of the wet place” or “rounded hill of London”
- Summit Features: Cairn with views across Glen Strathfarrar, Loch Monar, and the northern Highlands
- Known For: Remote feel, plateau rhythm, and lochan solitude
- Popular With: Legacy stewards, quiet walkers, and those seeking a secluded Highland climb
Closing Notes
This is Munro Profile 125 in your campervan-access series. If you’ve climbed Maoile Lunndaidh or traced its solitary ridge, feel free to share your reflections. Your insights help shape the archive and support fellow travellers.
Sources Used
These sites provide far more detailed and comprehensive overviews of the walks and Munros than I could hope to cover here: