Meall Lighiche

About Meall Lighiche

Rising above the head of Glen Creran, this Corbett offers a quieter alternative to the crowded peaks of nearby Glencoe. Its steep, grassy slopes lead to a spacious summit ridge, providing an exceptional vantage point for studying the complex, craggy southern face of Sgor na h-Ulaidh and the massive bulk of Bidean nam Bian.

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• •The name Meall Lighiche translates from Scottish Gaelic as the 'Hill of the Physician.' This likely refers to the historical presence of medicinal herbs on its slopes or a local healer who held traditional rights to the land.
• •Despite its proximity to the A82, the hill remains relatively quiet; it is most frequently climbed by those completing a circuit that includes the neighbouring Corbett, Sgor na h-Ulaidh, via the high col of the Bealach Fhionnghaill.
• •The summit offers a unique perspective of the 'forgotten' side of the Glencoe hills, specifically the rarely-seen southern corries of Bidean nam Bian and the sharp profile of the Aonach Eagach ridge stretching out to the north.
• •At 772 metres, it clears the height threshold for Corbett status by a mere ten metres, making it one of the lower-ranking peaks in the classification while offering one of the most unobstructed views of the higher Munros in the region.
• •Should you find yourself breathless on the steep ascent from Glen Creran, you might find the mountain's name particularly ironic, as any 'physician' it provides usually involves a very long walk back to the car.