About Aonach Beag

Despite its name meaning "little ridge", Aonach Beag is the seventh highest mountain in the British Isles at 1,234 meters. It sits in the shadow of its higher neighbor Aonach Mòr.

History

Aonach Beag is part of the Grey Corries range and offers some of the finest ridge walking in Scotland. The mountain is less frequently climbed than its neighbors despite its impressive height.

Fun Facts & Interesting Information

  • Seventh highest mountain in Britain despite name meaning "little ridge"
  • Offers spectacular ridge walking
  • Less crowded than nearby Ben Nevis
  • Part of the Grey Corries range
  • Usually climbed with Aonach Mòr

Nearby Places

Fort William
Aonach Mòr
Grey Corries
Glen Nevis

Facilities & Amenities

Limited facilities
Car parking at road end
Mountain rescue coverage

Nearby Restaurants & Food

Ben Nevis Inn
Glen Nevis Restaurant