Meall na Fearna from South Loch Earn Road lay-by
An 810 m Corbett in Breadalbane, Loch Tay & Glen Lyon, climbed from South Loch Earn Road lay-by.
- Distance
- 14.3 km
- Ascent
- 840 m
- Time
- 4.5–6.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 810 m
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About this walk
Meall na Fearna from South Loch Earn Road lay-by is a hard 14.3 km out-and-back walk with 840 m of ascent, taking 4.5 to 6.5 hours. It starts at South Loch Earn Road lay-by, South Loch Earn Road (grid reference NN 629 230). It climbs Meall na Fearna (810 m), a Corbett.
At 810 m (2,657 ft), Meall na Fearna is one of the Corbetts of Breadalbane, Loch Tay & Glen Lyon, standing 2 km east of Ben Vorlich.
From South Loch Earn Road lay-by, South Loch Earn Road, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground.
Route
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1
The approach
From South Loch Earn Road lay-by, follow the path and tracks towards Meall na Fearna.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Meall na Fearna.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
810 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Meall na Fearna from South Loch Earn Road lay-by take?
- Most walkers take 4.5–6.5 hours for the 14.3 km route, which has 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 South Loch Earn Road lay-by, South Loch Earn Road (grid reference NN 629 230). 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 na Fearna (810 m, Corbett).
- 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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