An Coileachan and Meall Gorm
The eastern Fannaichs, from the hydro road up to two Munros above Loch Fannich.
- Distance
- 33 km
- Ascent
- 1130 m
- Time
- 9.5–12.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 950 m
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About this walk
An Coileachan and Meall Gorm is a hard 33 km circular walk with 1,130 m of ascent, taking 9.5 to 12.5 hours. It starts at Grudie Bridge, A832 (grid reference NH 309 623). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Meall Gorm at 950 m.
From Grudie Bridge on the A832, a hydro road leads towards Loch Fannich. The route climbs to An Coileachan, then follows the ridge to Meall Gorm, which has a small stone shelter near its summit.
It returns to the hydro road and back to Grudie.
Route
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1
The hydro road
Follow the road towards Loch Fannich.
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2
The ridge
Climb An Coileachan and follow the ridge to Meall Gorm, then descend to the road.
Summits
924 m
950 m
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does An Coileachan and Meall Gorm take?
- Most walkers take 9.5–12.5 hours for the 33 km route, which has 1,130 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 Grudie Bridge, A832 (grid reference NH 309 623). Parking near the start of the hydro road.
- 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. Hydro road; rough slopes; broad ridge.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Meall Gorm (950 m, Munro); An Coileachan (924 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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