Meall-Dubh

Hill, Mountain in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Meall-Dubh

Navigation light, Gasaigh Credit: Alpin Stewart

Meall-Dubh is a prominent hill located in the Inverness-shire region of Scotland. The hill stands at an elevation of approximately 657 meters (2,156 feet) above sea level, making it a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Meall-Dubh is known for its rugged terrain, which includes rocky outcrops, heather-covered slopes, and grassy meadows. The hill is situated in close proximity to the village of Inverarnie, providing easy access for visitors looking to explore the area.

The summit of Meall-Dubh offers breathtaking views of the Scottish Highlands, including nearby Loch Ness and the Great Glen. On a clear day, hikers can see as far as the Ben Nevis mountain range to the west and the Cairngorms to the east.

Due to its relatively moderate elevation and accessible location, Meall-Dubh is a popular destination for hikers of all skill levels. The hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, including red deer, birds of prey, and rare plant species.

Overall, Meall-Dubh offers a rewarding outdoor experience for those looking to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Scottish countryside.

Show me another place!

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Meall-Dubh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.153073/-7.3141784 or Grid Reference NF7819. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Navigation light, Gasaigh

Alpin Stewart

Beinn Ruigh Choinnich from the ferry

Alpin Stewart

Coastline Below Beinn Ruigh Choinnich

Rocky shore on the north of the sea loch, Loch Baghasdail / Loch Boisdale. Risen sea levels have created a "drowned landscape".

Colin Smith

Beinn Ruigh Choinnich from South Lochboisdale

View over Eileanan Iasgaich and Loch Boisdale with Beinn Ruigh on the right, Stulabhal in the centre and Airneabhal to the left

Ron Baldwin

Steaming out of Loch Baghasdail

Not sure if 'steaming' is quite the right expression to describe the movement of a diesel powered car ferry. Taken from the deck of MV 'Lord of the Isles' having just passed the small island of Gasaigh [centre left]. Lochboisdale port can be seen in the distance.

Gordon Hatton

Triuirebheinn from the slopes of Beinn Ruigh Choinnich.

Rough going on the hills north of Lochboisdale/Loch Baghasdail.

Richard Webb

Passing Gasaigh

Out in Loch Baghasdail on the ferry to Oban, passing the small island of Gasaigh.

Richard Webb

Beinn Ruigh Choinnich

Tom Richardson

Loch Baghasdail

The island to the upper left is Gasaigh. To the lower right is a fish farm, off An Camas.

Barbara Carr

Loch Baghasdail

Gasaigh is on the left - the white-washed buildings of Lochboisdale, with the ferry-point, are in the centre-distance.

Barbara Carr

Loch nan Smalag

Calum McRoberts

Permit fishing only

By the footbridge at Oratobht. The distant hills are Triuirebheinn (left) and Beinn Ruigh Choinnich (right). There is a ford here also.

Julian Paren

Footbridge at Clachan Mora

There is a ford here too for vehicles. The access for vehicles from Lochboisdale is the brown terrace to the west of the far side of the bridge.

Julian Paren

Downstream from Loch a Bharp

Looking upstream from by the footbridge at Oratobht.

Julian Paren

Moorland by Lochboisdale

Beside the path to Loch nan Smalag, a cattle skull adds an unexpected element to the treeless heather-dominated landscape.

Julian Paren

Loch nan Smalag - water for Lochboisdale

Essentially a loch in two sections with a minor stream to cross between them. This is the much smaller part. The loch is dammed and appears to be the water supply for Lochboisdale. The distant hill is Stulabhal.

Julian Paren