Meallach Mhor from Tromie Mills
A 769 m Corbett in Drumochter, Atholl & Glen Shee, climbed from Tromie Mills.
- Distance
- 25.2 km
- Ascent
- 560 m
- Time
- 6.5–9 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 769 m
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About this walk
Meallach Mhor from Tromie Mills is a hard 25.2 km out-and-back walk with 560 m of ascent, taking 6.5 to 9 hours. It starts at Tromie Mills, B970 (grid reference NN 786 994). It climbs Meallach Mhor (769 m), a Corbett.
At 769 m (2,523 ft), Meallach Mhor is one of the Corbetts of Drumochter, Atholl & Glen Shee, standing 7 km north-east of Meall Chuaich.
This route starts from Tromie Mills, B970 and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top. It's a long day: many people cycle any track at the start.
Route
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The approach
From Tromie Mills, follow the path and tracks towards Meallach Mhor.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Meallach Mhor.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
769 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Meallach Mhor from Tromie Mills take?
- Most walkers take 6.5–9 hours for the 25.2 km route, which has 560 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 Tromie Mills, B970 (grid reference NN 786 994). 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?
- Meallach Mhor (769 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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