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Fells/Meall an Aonaich [Eagle Rock]
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Meall an Aonaich [Eagle Rock]

715M
2345FT
Rank
66th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Nearest Town
Lyne

About Meall an Aonaich [Eagle Rock]

Rising above the northern shores of Loch Maree, this rugged sandstone outpost offers a wild perspective on the Fisherfield wilderness. Though overshadowed by the neighbouring giants of Beinn Lair and Slioch, its position provides an intimate view of the loch's islands and the jagged skyline of the Torridon hills to the south.

Key Statistics

Rank
66th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Nearest Town
Lyne
Prominence
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134m
Geology
You are walking on ancient, banded rock sliced by dark streaks of toughened volcanic stone. These durable layers create the rugged foundation of the peak.
Nearby Fells
Sail an RuathairSail an Ruathair South TopCarn nan ConbhaireanSail an Ruathair Far South TopBen More Assynt South Top

Did You Know?

  • The name translates from Scottish Gaelic as 'Hill of the Ridge', though it is also known as Eagle Rock, referencing the golden eagles that hunt across the remote crags of the Letterewe Forest.
  • The summit serves as a spectacular vantage point for the islands of Loch Maree, specifically looking down on the ancient Scots Pine forests of Eilean Sùbhainn and Garbh Eilean.
  • Reaching this hill requires a determined approach through the Letterewe estate, typically involving the long, scenic track from Poolewe or Kernsary that skirts the base of Beinn Airigh Charr.
  • While its height officially qualifies it as a Hump, the relentless nature of the Torridonian sandstone and local bog will make your legs believe you have tackled a much larger mountain.

Find It

OS Grid Reference
NC336164
Latitude
58.1055°N
Longitude
4.8255°W

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