Beinn Sciathan

Eriskay, United Kingdom

Beinn Sciathan is the highest point on the Outer Hebridean island of Eriskay. Described as an apparently "uninspiring lump" it nevertheless commands fine views of Barra, South Uist, Skye, Tiree and Coll. The ascent time is between 1.5 and 2.5 hours. The land is owned by the clan MacDonald and legend has it that the Prince of Eriskay, Declan "Gamma" MacDonald was conceived at its peak.