Scotland
Meall Ruigh a' Bhricleathaid
508M
1667FT
About Meall Ruigh a' Bhricleathaid
Rising above the quiet upper reaches of Strathdearn, this rounded height offers a classic Monadhliath experience of heather and peat. It provides a genuine sense of isolation despite its modest stature, offering clear perspectives over the winding River Findhorn and the high, rolling moorland that characterises this remote part of the Highlands.
Key Statistics
Rank
190th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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24
Nearest Town
Kinlochleven
Geology
You are walking on shiny, sandy rocks cut by veins of crystal-filled stone. These tough layers form the rugged foundation of the fell.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
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OS Grid Reference
NN203594
Latitude
56.6920°N
Longitude
4.9345°W
Did You Know?
- •The Gaelic name translates as 'Hill of the slope of the speckled hillside,' likely referring to the varied textures of heather, scree, and grass that mark its flanks.
- •Most walkers encounter this hill as part of the long, wild approach to the remote Munro, Carn na Saobhaidhe, often following the estate tracks that snake through the quiet glens of the Findhorn.
- •The summit provides an excellent vantage point for watching the River Findhorn carve its way through Strathdearn towards the village of Tomatin.
- •In a range famous for its featureless plateaus, this hill distinguishes itself by having a name that is considerably more complex than its topography.