Meall Buidhe from Inverie
A 946 m Munro in Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, climbed from Inverie, Knoydart.
- Distance
- 32.5 km
- Ascent
- 1840 m
- Time
- 10.5–14.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 946 m
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About this walk
Meall Buidhe from Inverie is a hard 32.5 km out-and-back walk with 1,840 m of ascent, taking 10.5 to 14.5 hours. It starts at Inverie, Knoydart (grid reference NG 765 001). It climbs Meall Buidhe (946 m), a Munro. The start can be reached by public transport.
Meall Buidhe rises to 946 m in Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, 3 km south-west of Luinne Bheinn, high enough to be a Munro.
From Inverie, Knoydart, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground. It's a very long day: many walkers split it over two days, camping or using a bothy, or cycle any track at the start.
Route
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The approach
From Inverie, follow the path and tracks towards Meall Buidhe.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Meall Buidhe.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
946 m
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Questions about this walk
- How long does Meall Buidhe from Inverie take?
- Most walkers take 10.5–14.5 hours for the 32.5 km route, which has 1,840 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 Inverie, Knoydart (grid reference NG 765 001). There's no road to Inverie: take the passenger ferry from Mallaig, or walk in.
- 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 hard. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Meall Buidhe (946 m, Munro); Luinne Bheinn (939 m, Munro).
- 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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