Stob Coir' an Albannaich and Meall nan Eun
Two remote Munros above Glen Etive, with steep crags and a broad, lochan-studded plateau.
- Distance
- 16 km
- Ascent
- 1320 m
- Time
- 6–8 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 1045 m
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About this walk
Stob Coir' an Albannaich and Meall nan Eun is a hard 16 km circular walk with 1,320 m of ascent, taking 6 to 8 hours. It starts at Coileitir, Glen Etive road (grid reference NN 136 470). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Stob Coir' an Albannaich at 1,045 m.
These two Munros sit between Glen Etive and the Black Mount. From Coileitir, the route climbs onto the ridge of Stob Coir' an Albannaich, whose summit sits above steep northern crags.
A rough plateau with small lochans leads east to Meall nan Eun, 'hill of the birds'. Navigation is tricky in mist. The route returns to Glen Etive.
Route
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1
Stob Coir' an Albannaich
Cross the river and climb the ridge to the summit.
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2
Meall nan Eun
Cross the plateau east to Meall nan Eun.
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3
Back to the glen
Descend west back to Glen Etive.
Summits
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Stob Coir' an Albannaich and Meall nan Eun take?
- Most walkers take 6–8 hours for the 16 km route, which has 1,320 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 Coileitir, Glen Etive road (grid reference NN 136 470). Roadside parking in Glen Etive; don't block passing places.
- 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. Steep, rough slopes; broad, bouldery plateau; often pathless.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Stob Coir' an Albannaich (1045 m, Munro); Meall nan Eun (928 m, Munro).
- 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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Walks nearby
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Ben Starav, Beinn nan Aighenan and Glas Bheinn Mhòr
Glen Etive
19.7 km · 1890 m · 8–10.5 h
