Meall na Meoig from B846 lay-by
An 867 m Corbett in Lochaber & Ben Nevis, climbed from B846 lay-by.
- Distance
- 17.4 km
- Ascent
- 600 m
- Time
- 5–6.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 867 m
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About this walk
Meall na Meoig from B846 lay-by is a hard 17.4 km out-and-back walk with 600 m of ascent, taking 5 to 6.5 hours. It starts at B846 lay-by, B846 (grid reference NN 448 578). It climbs Meall na Meoig (Beinn Pharlagain) (867 m), a Corbett.
Meall na Meoig rises to 867 m in Lochaber & Ben Nevis, 3 km south of Sgor Gaibhre, high enough to be a Corbett.
From B846 lay-by, B846, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground.
Route
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The approach
From B846 lay-by, follow the path and tracks towards Meall na Meoig.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Meall na Meoig.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
Meall na Meoig (Beinn Pharlagain)
867 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Meall na Meoig from B846 lay-by take?
- Most walkers take 5–6.5 hours for the 17.4 km route, which has 600 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 B846 lay-by, B846 (grid reference NN 448 578). 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 Meoig (Beinn Pharlagain) (867 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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