Meall Chuaich
- Height
- 951m (3,119ft)
- Height rank
- 214 of 282
- Area
- Cairngorms
- Section
- Loch Ericht to Glen Tromie & Glen Garry
About Meall Chuaich
Nestled discreetly within a glen near Dalwhinnie, this unassuming hill provides one of the more accessible and less time-consuming climbs among the Munros. The typical route begins by navigating through areas associated with a hydro-electric project, leading to a gradual ascent up a wide, rounded slope. Despite its modest appearance, the hill's location affords hikers stunning panoramic views over the Badenoch region, making the journey well worth the effort.
Where is Meall Chuaich?
Meall Chuaich sits in the Loch Ericht to Glen Tromie & Glen Garry region of Cairngorms at 56.9639°N, 4.1126°W.
Key facts
| Height | 951 metres / 3,119 feet |
|---|---|
| Rank by height | 214 of 282 Munros |
| Coordinates | 56.96385, -4.11257 |
| Area | Cairngorms |
| SMC section | 05B: Loch Ericht to Glen Tromie & Glen Garry |
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