Meall a' Ghrianain

Rising above the wild moors of the Dirrie More, this broad, heathery hill offers a sense of vast space away from more crowded trails. Its rounded profile belies a rugged character, providing a vantage point over the stark landscape of the North West Highlands and the formidable peaks of the Fannich forest.

• •The name translates from Scottish Gaelic as 'Hill of the Sunny Spot' or 'Hill of the Sun-bower', suggesting a summit that catches the light or was historically noted for its exposure to the sun compared to the deeper, darker glens nearby.
• •From the summit, walkers are rewarded with a direct, uninterrupted view across the deep trough of Gleann Beag to the massive quartzite-capped peak of Beinn Dearg and its neighbouring giants.
• •Situated near the Dirrie More, the high pass between Garve and Ullapool, it serves as a prominent landmark for travellers on the A835, though it remains relatively quiet compared to the nearby Munro circuits.
• •While the name promises a 'sunny spot', the reality of the Dirrie More means you are far more likely to be navigating by compass through a relentless Highland haar than basking in any actual warmth.