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Scotland
Meall a' Chall [Meall a' Chail]
758M
2486FT
About Meall a' Chall [Meall a' Chail]
Located in the southern reaches of the Grampians near Comrie, this rounded, heathery summit offers a quieter alternative to its more popular neighbours. The terrain is typical of the Perthshire moorland, rewarding those who navigate its peat hags with a clear, commanding view north toward the massive Ben Chonzie.
Key Statistics
Rank
113th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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99.5m
Nearest Town
Pubil
Geology
The ground here consists of hard, compressed sandstone and dark, lime-rich mudstones. These layers were transformed by intense heat and pressure to create the rugged landscape you see today.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NN436403
Latitude
56.5287°N
Longitude
4.5430°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Gaelic Meall a' Chàil, which translates as 'Hill of the Cabbage' or 'Kale', likely referring to areas where wild greens or similar vegetation could be found.
- •It is frequently climbed as part of a high-level moorland traverse from Glen Lednock, often linked with the neighbouring Graham, Meall na Fearna, to create a circular route.
- •The summit provides an excellent vantage point for surveying the remote upper reaches of Glen Artney and the winding course of the Water of Ruchill to the south.
- •Hillwalkers often find the ground underfoot particularly heavy; the high plateau connecting this hill to the Ben Chonzie massif is known for its extensive and sometimes labyrinthine peat hags.
- •Navigating the plateau in mist provides a masterclass in the 'Perthshire zig-zag'—a technique where every direct step toward the summit is countered by three steps around a bottomless peat hag.