Meall Glas from Auchessan
A 959 m Munro in Breadalbane, Loch Tay & Glen Lyon, climbed from Auchessan.
- Distance
- 11.1 km
- Ascent
- 800 m
- Time
- 4–5.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 959 m
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About this walk
Meall Glas from Auchessan is a hard 11.1 km out-and-back walk with 800 m of ascent, taking 4 to 5.5 hours. It starts at Auchessan (grid reference NN 446 278). It climbs Meall Glas (959 m), a Munro.
At 959 m (3,147 ft), Meall Glas is one of the Munros of Breadalbane, Loch Tay & Glen Lyon, standing 3 km west of Sgiath Chuil.
This route starts from Auchessan and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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The approach
From Auchessan, follow the path and tracks towards Meall Glas.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Meall Glas.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
959 m
Other routes up Meall Glas
Questions about this walk
- How long does Meall Glas from Auchessan take?
- Most walkers take 4–5.5 hours for the 11.1 km route, which has 800 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 Auchessan (grid reference NN 446 278). 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 hill does it climb?
- Meall Glas (959 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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