Bac an Eich from Meall Buidhe
An 849 m Corbett in Strathcarron, Achnashellach & Strathfarrar, climbed from Meall Buidhe over largely pathless ground.
- Distance
- 7.5 km
- Ascent
- 740 m
- Time
- 3–4 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 849 m
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About this walk
Bac an Eich from Meall Buidhe is a moderate 7.5 km out-and-back walk with 740 m of ascent, taking 3 to 4 hours. It starts at Meall Buidhe (grid reference NH 223 518). It climbs Bac an Eich (849 m), a Corbett.
At 849 m (2,785 ft), Bac an Eich is one of the Corbetts of Strathcarron, Achnashellach & Strathfarrar, standing 5 km north of Sgurr Fhuar-thuill.
From Meall Buidhe, much of the way is over open hillside with no path: pick your line with a map and compass.
Route
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The approach
From Meall Buidhe, head across the hillside towards Bac an Eich.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Bac an Eich.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
849 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Bac an Eich from Meall Buidhe take?
- Most walkers take 3–4 hours for the 7.5 km route, which has 740 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Meall Buidhe (grid reference NH 223 518). Park considerately off the road; don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded moderate. Largely pathless hillside: rough, steep and boggy in places.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Bac an Eich (849 m, Corbett).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Deer stalking takes place on these hills from mid-August to October. Stick to the main paths and check Heading for the Scottish Hills before you go.
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