Scotland
Meallan an Laoigh
654M
2146FT
About Meallan an Laoigh
Tucked within the rugged Fisherfield Forest, this rounded sandstone peak offers a quieter alternative to the nearby Munros. Often overlooked by walkers heading for the 'Big Six,' it provides an exceptional vantage point for studying the dramatic eastern faces of An Teallach and the serrated ridge of Beinn Dearg Mhòr.
Key Statistics
Rank
95th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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63m
Nearest Town
Taagan
Geology
You’re hiking across ancient banded rocks, tough sandstones, and layers of limey mudstone. These diverse materials form the rugged foundation beneath your feet.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NH070741
Latitude
57.7152°N
Longitude
5.2409°W
Did You Know?
- •The name translates from Scottish Gaelic as 'the little rounded hill of the calf,' likely a reference to historical summer grazing in the lower corries of the Dundonnell estate.
- •The summit offers a unique perspective on the 'Great Wilderness,' looking directly across the depths of Gleann na Muice towards the massive sandstone tiers of Sail Liath and the peaks of An Teallach.
- •Despite its modest height, the hill is situated in some of the most remote terrain in the Highlands; the walk-in from Corrie Hallie involves navigating the significant tracks used to access the heart of the Fisherfield Forest.
- •Its classification as a Tump—a hill with at least thirty metres of prominence—is a title it carries with dignity, despite being dwarfed by the 900-metre giants that encircle it on three sides.