Meallan Odhar

Tucked away in the wild landscape of Strath Bran, this modest Hump provides a peaceful vantage point just north of Achanalt. The terrain is quintessential Ross-shire moorland—thick with heather and peat—sloping gently upward to reveal a clear perspective of the Fannichs’ southern peaks and the winding waters of the River Bran below.

• •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'Meallan Odhar', which translates as 'Little Dun Hill'. This refers to the muted, brownish-grey tones of the grasses and heather that cover its slopes, distinguishing it from the more rugged, rocky peaks found further north.
• •Despite its modest height, the summit offers an exceptionally clear view of the southern Fannichs, specifically the high ridges of Sgùrr a' Choire Ghlais and Sgùrr nan Clach Geala, which dominate the horizon to the north.
• •The hill sits in a strategic position for those arriving by rail; the ascent can be started almost immediately after stepping off the train at the remote Achanalt station, making it one of the more accessible hills in the area for those without a car.
• •Its name implies a certain lack of colour, and on a typical West Highland day of grey mist and drizzle, the hill does its absolute best to live up to its 'dun' reputation.