Scotland
Biorach a' Mheannain
755M
2477FT
About Biorach a' Mheannain
Rising above the northern shores of Loch Earn, this rugged peak offers a quiet, pathless alternative to the busier Munros nearby. Often visited alongside its higher neighbour Meall na Fearna, it provides a steady grassy ascent from St Fillans with expansive views across the Breadalbane hills and the Ben Lawers range.
Key Statistics
Rank
97th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Loch Lomond and the Trossachs
Prominence
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52m
Nearest Town
Perth and Kinross
Geology
This peak is formed from Ben Ledi Grit, a durable foundation of sandstone that was hardened and changed by immense heat and pressure.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN783318
Latitude
56.4626°N
Longitude
3.9767°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'Biorach a' Mheannain', which translates as the 'sharp point of the young goat', likely a reference to the craggy outcrops found near the summit ridge.
- •It is most frequently climbed as part of a high-level circuit from St Fillans, following the ridge that separates the Loch Earn catchment from the remote upper reaches of Glen Lednock.
- •The summit offers a particularly clear perspective of the twin peaks of Ben Vorlich and Stùc a' Chroin, which dominate the skyline directly across the water to the south.
- •Despite its respectable height and proximity to the village, the lack of a defined trail and a surplus of peat hags ensures the summit remains a lonely spot even on the busiest walking weekends.