About Meall Mor
Rising above the eastern side of Glen Falloch, this substantial Graham offers a quieter alternative to the nearby Crianlarich Munros. The ascent involves navigating steep, grassy slopes and occasional crags, rewarding walkers with a commanding perspective of Ben More and the rugged profile of An Caisteal across the glen.
Key Statistics
Rank
103rd Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Nearest Town
Portnellan
Prominence
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264m
Geology
You are walking on the Ben Ledi Grit, a rugged foundation of ancient, hardened layers of sandy and muddy rock.
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic, with Meall meaning a rounded hill or lump and Mòr meaning large; it is a descriptive title for its broad, bulky profile when viewed from the low ground of Strath Fillan.
- •The summit provides a celebrated grandstand view of the 'Crianlarich Munros,' particularly the massive pyramidal shapes of Ben More and Stob Binnein which dominate the northern horizon.
- •The usual approach from the north near Portnellan requires crossing the River Dochart and the West Highland Line railway before beginning a pathless, steady pull up the northern ridge.
- •Calling a 746-metre peak the 'Big Hill' is a classic piece of Gaelic optimism, especially when it sits in the shadow of several neighbouring mountains that are at least three hundred metres taller.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN383151
Latitude
56.3011°N
Longitude
4.6137°W