Scotland
Meall Dail Min
536M
1758FT
About Meall Dail Min
Rising above the eastern side of Glen Garry near Blair Atholl, this rounded heathery summit offers a quiet alternative to the busier Drumochter peaks. Often overlooked by those heading north, it provides a straightforward ascent through moorland, rewarding walkers with clear views across the pass toward the Beinn a' Ghlò massif.
Key Statistics
Rank
220th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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140.5m
Nearest Town
Bridge of Tilt
Geology
You are trekking over hard, glassy quartzite and layers of crystallized limestone. These durable, compressed rocks provide the rugged foundation beneath your boots.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN891692
Latitude
56.8011°N
Longitude
3.8176°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Gaelic Meall Dail Mìn, meaning 'rounded hill of the smooth meadow,' likely referring to the flatter grazing land found at its base near the River Garry.
- •Situated at the southern fringes of the Forest of Atholl, the summit offers an excellent vantage point for inspecting the three Great Cairns of the Beinn a' Ghlò massif to the east.
- •The ascent is usually made from the old road near Calvine, utilizing estate tracks that service the lower slopes before navigating a final, pathless stretch of deep heather.
- •Its proximity to the A9 allows for the satisfying sensation of watching the frantic northbound traffic while remaining entirely invisible to the hurried world below.