Scotland
Meall Mor
746M
2448FT
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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Prominence
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264m
Nearest Town
Portnellan
Geology
You are walking on the Ben Ledi Grit, a rugged foundation of ancient, hardened layers of sandy and muddy rock.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN383151
Latitude
56.3011°N
Longitude
4.6137°W
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.