Meall na h-Eilde and Geal Charn
2 Corbetts in Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, climbed together from Achnacarry.
- Distance
- 19.5 km
- Ascent
- 1070 m
- Time
- 6.5–8.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 837 m
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About this walk
Meall na h-Eilde and Geal Charn is a hard 19.5 km circular walk with 1,070 m of ascent, taking 6.5 to 8.5 hours. It starts at Achnacarry, B8005 (grid reference NN 176 888). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Meall na h-Eilde at 837 m.
Meall na h-Eilde and Geal Charn are Corbetts in Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, close enough to climb together. The higher, Meall na h-Eilde, reaches 837 m (2,747 ft).
From Achnacarry, B8005, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Achnacarry, follow the path and tracks towards Meall na h-Eilde.
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2
The summits
Climb Meall na h-Eilde, then continue to Geal Charn.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
837 m
805 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Meall na h-Eilde and Geal Charn take?
- Most walkers take 6.5–8.5 hours for the 19.5 km route, which has 1,070 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 Achnacarry, B8005 (grid reference NN 176 888). 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 hills does it climb?
- Meall na h-Eilde (837 m, Corbett); Geal Charn (805 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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