Meall a' Bhuiridh

About Meall a' Bhuiridh

Rising above the northern shores of Loch Errochty, this rounded Grampian summit offers a quieter alternative to its more famous Glencoe namesake. Its broad, heathery slopes are typical of the Central Highlands, rewarding walkers with expansive views across the Rannoch moors toward the sharp, isolated peak of Schiehallion.

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• •The name Meall a' Bhùiridh translates from Scottish Gaelic as 'Hill of the Bellowing.' This refers specifically to the rutting of red deer stags, whose deep calls carry across these open slopes and corries during the autumn months.
• •From the summit, the view south is dominated by the silver length of Loch Errochty, framed against the unmistakable, symmetrical profile of Schiehallion across the glen.
• •Despite being a significant high point in its own right, this hill is often confused with the much higher Munro of the same name located at the head of Glen Coe, making it a peaceful escape for those who find the right map reference.
• •The terrain is characteristic of the southern Grampian moors, lacking established paths and requiring a good eye for navigating the mosaics of thick heather and occasional deep peat hags.
• •It serves as a perfect vantage point for looking north toward the Drumochter Pass, where the massive, rounded bulks of the Boar of Badenoch and A' Mharconaich are clearly visible.