Scotland
Meall a' Bhobuir
655M
2149FT
About Meall a' Bhobuir
Rising as a broad, heathery shoulder in the eastern Drumochter hills, this Tump offers a quieter alternative to its more famous neighbors. Its rounded summit provides a grandstand view across to the Cairngorm plateau and down towards Loch Cuaich, rewarding those who navigate its typically damp, trackless slopes.
Key Statistics
Rank
140th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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69m
Nearest Town
Bridge of Gaur
Geology
You are walking over ancient layers of hardened sand and mud, some of which are embedded with tiny garnet crystals.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN518520
Latitude
56.6366°N
Longitude
4.4178°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Gaelic Meall a' Bhobuir, which is generally translated as the 'Hill of the Cowherd,' reflecting the area's historical importance for seasonal cattle grazing.
- •It is most frequently bagged as a detour from the popular Munro Meall Chuaich, which sits directly to the south across the high-level pass of the Allt Coire Chuaich.
- •The summit offers an excellent perspective of the remote Gaick Forest to the east and a clear look at the prominent rounded profile of the 'A' Mharconaich' group across the A9 corridor.
- •In keeping with the character of the Drumochter hills, the ground here is a masterclass in peat hags and hidden bog-holes; maintaining dry socks is considered a significant tactical victory.