Stob Chalum Mhic Griogair

About Stob Chalum Mhic Griogair

A sturdy Graham standing guard over the southern shores of Loch Earn, this peak honors a MacGregor who likely appreciated the view more than the outlawing of his surname. It’s a quiet, heathery retreat for those who find Ben Vorlich’s summit crowds a bit too sociable for comfort.

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• •The name translates from Gaelic as Malcolm MacGregor’s Peak, a nod to the clan that once held sway over these glens before their very name was banned by royal decree. One can only hope Malcolm had a better time on this summit than his descendants did in the Scottish courts.
• •Positioned in the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, it serves as a fine vantage point for the distant peaks of the Southern Highlands. The ridge connecting it to Meall na Fearna offers some of the most pleasantly undulating walking in the Strathyre region.
• •Standing at 743.7 meters, it is classified as a Graham, making it a primary target for those who prefer the solitude of lower peaks over the busy Munro bagger circuit. It often feels significantly taller when you are navigating the pathless, heathery sections of its northern slopes.
• •Most hikers approach from the north near St. Fillans, which requires a keen eye for finding the least resistant route through the dense bracken and crags. It is a hill that rewards navigation skills and a high tolerance for steep, untracked terrain.
• •The hill’s primary defense mechanism is a series of deceptive bogs that masquerade as solid moss until your boot is fully submerged. It is the ideal location to practice your dignified stumble while wondering why you didn't just stay in a Comrie pub instead.