On top of the world

A constant brooding presence on the skyline, the mountain of Ben Wyvis is a local personality. Stand on the summit and you'll feel like you're on the roof of the world, with the Highlands ranged beneath your feet. The mossy cover on The Ben's summit hides many secrets, including summer nesting dotterel and the pure white of a winter-clothed ptarmigan. On the lower slopes there's a unique mix of plants adapted to the harsh conditions of this mighty mountain.