Scotland
Meall a' Bhuailt
659M
2162FT
About Meall a' Bhuailt
Rising above the Great Glen southeast of Fort Augustus, this rounded Grampian summit offers a quiet alternative to the busier Monadhliath peaks. Its broad, heathery slopes require navigation through typical Highland peat hags, rewarding walkers with an expansive, elevated perspective looking directly down the Great Glen toward the southern reaches of Loch Ness.
Key Statistics
Rank
207th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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50m
Nearest Town
Easter Aberchalder
Geology
You are walking across the Foyers Igneous Complex, composed of granite and related crystalline rocks. These formed when molten magma cooled and solidified deep underground.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NH585167
Latitude
57.2191°N
Longitude
4.3449°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic in origin; 'Meall' refers to a rounded hill, while 'Bhuailt' is derived from 'buaile', meaning a cattle fold or pen, indicating the hill's historical connection to seasonal grazing and shielings.
- •The summit provides a clear line of sight across the Great Glen toward the rugged mountains of South Ross, including the distant, distinctive silhouettes of the Knoydart peaks to the west.
- •Navigating the broad, rolling summit plateau in poor visibility can be a character-building exercise, as the gentle gradients and lack of distinct landmarks make every direction appear suspiciously identical.