Meall Fuar-mhonaidh and Glas-bheinn Mhor
2 Grahams in Kintail & Glen Affric, climbed together from Tornabrack.
- Distance
- 15.5 km
- Ascent
- 910 m
- Time
- 5–7 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 698 m
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About this walk
Meall Fuar-mhonaidh and Glas-bheinn Mhor is a hard 15.5 km circular walk with 910 m of ascent, taking 5 to 7 hours. It starts at Tornabrack, Bunloit Road (grid reference NH 492 241). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Meall Fuar-mhonaidh at 698 m.
Meall Fuar-mhonaidh and Glas-bheinn Mhor are Grahams in Kintail & Glen Affric, close enough to climb together. The higher, Meall Fuar-mhonaidh, reaches 698 m (2,291 ft).
From Tornabrack, Bunloit Road, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Tornabrack, follow the path and tracks towards Meall Fuar-mhonaidh.
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2
The summits
Climb Meall Fuar-mhonaidh, then continue to Glas-bheinn Mhor.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
698 m
651 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Meall Fuar-mhonaidh and Glas-bheinn Mhor take?
- Most walkers take 5–7 hours for the 15.5 km route, which has 910 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 Tornabrack, Bunloit Road (grid reference NH 492 241). 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 hard. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Meall Fuar-mhonaidh (698 m, Graham); Glas-bheinn Mhor (651 m, Graham).
- 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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