General Wade's Military Road lay-by Hard

Meall na h-Aisre from General Wade's Military Road lay-by

Bagging route Corbett Out and back

An 862 m Corbett in Monadh Liath & Creag Meagaidh, climbed from General Wade's Military Road lay-by.

Distance
16.1 km
Ascent
610 m
Time
4.5–6.5 h
Grade
Hard
Route
Out and back
High point
862 m
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About this walk

Meall na h-Aisre from General Wade's Military Road lay-by is a hard 16.1 km out-and-back walk with 610 m of ascent, taking 4.5 to 6.5 hours. It starts at General Wade's Military Road lay-by, General Wade's Military Road (grid reference NN 491 957). It climbs Meall na h-Aisre (862 m), a Corbett.

Meall na h-Aisre rises to 862 m in Monadh Liath & Creag Meagaidh, 5 km west of Geal Charn, high enough to be a Corbett.

This route starts from General Wade's Military Road lay-by, General Wade's Military Road and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.

Great views Dog friendly

Route

  1. 1

    The approach

    From General Wade's Military Road lay-by, follow the path and tracks towards Meall na h-Aisre.

  2. 2

    The summit

    Climb to the summit of Meall na h-Aisre.

  3. 3

    Return

    Come back down the way you came.

Summit

Corbett Marilyn

Questions about this walk

How long does Meall na h-Aisre from General Wade's Military Road lay-by take?
Most walkers take 4.5–6.5 hours for the 16.1 km route, which has 610 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 General Wade's Military Road lay-by, General Wade's Military Road (grid reference NN 491 957). 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 h-Aisre (862 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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