Meall Glas and Sgiath Chùil
Two lesser-known Munros on the north side of Glen Dochart, linked by a broad ridge.
- Distance
- 15.1 km
- Ascent
- 1180 m
- Time
- 5.5–7.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 959 m
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About this walk
Meall Glas and Sgiath Chùil is a hard 15.1 km out-and-back walk with 1,180 m of ascent, taking 5.5 to 7.5 hours. It starts at Auchessan, Glen Dochart (grid reference NN 446 278). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Meall Glas at 959 m.
These two Munros rise above the north side of Glen Dochart and are usually climbed together. From Auchessan, a track and boggy slopes lead up to Meall Glas.
A broad, knobbly ridge runs east to Sgiath Chùil, and the route returns along it. Few people come here, so expect faint paths.
Route
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1
Meall Glas
Follow the farm track north, then climb the slopes to Meall Glas.
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2
Sgiath Chùil
Follow the ridge east to Sgiath Chùil and return the same way.
Summits
959 m
920 m
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Meall Glas and Sgiath Chùil take?
- Most walkers take 5.5–7.5 hours for the 15.1 km route, which has 1,180 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, Glen Dochart (grid reference NN 446 278). Roadside parking on the A85 near the farm; don't block access.
- 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. Track, then boggy and pathless slopes; a broad grassy ridge.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Meall Glas (959 m, Munro); Sgiath Chuil (920 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. Sheep graze the lower slopes: keep dogs on a lead, especially during lambing (April and May).
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