Scotland
Meall Breac
710M
2331FT
About Meall Breac
Rising above the eastern side of the Pass of Killiecrankie near Blair Atholl, this rounded Perthshire hill offers a quieter alternative to nearby Ben Vrackie. Its heathery slopes provide a steady ascent, rewarding walkers with clear views across the Garry valley towards the sprawling peaks of the Beinn a' Ghlo massif.
Key Statistics
Rank
146th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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32m
Nearest Town
Pitlochry
Geology
Meall Breac is built from the Ben Lawers Schist, a lime-rich rock formed from compressed ancient mud. This mineral-rich foundation provides a unique base for the landscape.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NN963642
Latitude
56.7584°N
Longitude
3.6970°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Gaelic Meall Breac, which translates as 'speckled hill'. This likely refers to the variegated appearance of its slopes, where patches of dark heather, grey scree, and green grasses create a mottled pattern typical of the Grampian moorlands.
- •From the summit, you are perfectly placed to see the three main peaks of the Beinn a' Ghlo range—Càrn Liath, Bràigh Coire Chruinn-bhalgain, and Càrn nan Gabhar—laid out across the horizon to the northeast.
- •A common approach follows the tracks through the Allt Girnaig glen, a secluded valley that feels remarkably remote despite its proximity to the main A9 corridor and the busy tourist hub of Pitlochry.
- •Despite standing at a respectable 710 metres, it is often treated by peak-baggers as little more than a scenic foreground for the more prestigious hills deeper in the Forest of Atholl.