Meall nan Caorach and Meall Reamhar
2 Grahams in Breadalbane, Loch Tay & Glen Lyon, climbed together from Corrymuckloch.
- Distance
- 8 km
- Ascent
- 480 m
- Time
- 2.5–3.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 624 m
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About this walk
Meall nan Caorach and Meall Reamhar is a moderate 8 km circular walk with 480 m of ascent, taking 2.5 to 3.5 hours. It starts at Corrymuckloch, A822 (grid reference NN 902 354). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Meall nan Caorach at 624 m.
Meall nan Caorach and Meall Reamhar are Grahams in Breadalbane, Loch Tay & Glen Lyon, close enough to climb together. The higher, Meall nan Caorach, reaches 624 m (2,046 ft).
This route starts from Corrymuckloch, A822 and crosses a lot of pathless hillside, so you'll need to navigate with a map and compass. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Corrymuckloch, head across the hillside towards Meall nan Caorach.
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2
The summits
Climb Meall nan Caorach, then continue to Meall Reamhar.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
624 m
618 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Meall nan Caorach and Meall Reamhar take?
- Most walkers take 2.5–3.5 hours for the 8 km route, which has 480 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 Corrymuckloch, A822 (grid reference NN 902 354). 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 moderate. Largely pathless hillside: rough, steep and boggy in places.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Meall nan Caorach (624 m, Graham); Meall Reamhar (618 m, Graham).
- 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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