Scotland
Meall a' Mhadaidh
684M
2244FT
About Meall a' Mhadaidh
Overlooked by the jagged towers of neighbouring An Teallach, this North West Highland peak offers a quieter, steadier alternative to the main ridge. Reaching 684 metres, it serves as a fantastic balcony for viewing the Fisherfield Forest and the remote waters of Loch na Sealga nestled deep in the glen below.
Key Statistics
Rank
112th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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95m
Nearest Town
Cannich
Geology
You are walking on the Ben Wyvis Pelite, a foundation of ancient mudstones transformed by intense heat and pressure into tough, layered rock.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NH304370
Latitude
57.3920°N
Longitude
4.8235°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Scottish Gaelic, where Meall means a rounded hill and Mhadaidh can refer to a dog, fox, or wolf. In the context of the rugged North West Highlands, it most likely commemorates the wolves that once roamed these glens.
- •From the summit, you get an exceptional profile view of the An Teallach ridge, specifically the dramatic sandstone spires of the Corrag Bhuidhe pinnacles, which look particularly formidable from this lower vantage point.
- •To the south, the hill overlooks the roadless expanse of the Fisherfield Forest, providing clear views of the remote 'Big Six' Munros, including the sharp peak of Ruadh Stac Mòr and the isolated A’ Mhaighdean.
- •Despite its proximity to one of Scotland's most famous mountains, it remains a quiet spot where you can watch the crowds queueing for the technical scrambles on the main ridge while enjoying the silence of the Dundonnell hills.