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Meall a' Phuill

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Meall a' Phuill

Cairn on Meall Buidhe
Cairn on Meall Buidhe Credit: Steven Brown

Meall a' Phuill is a prominent hill located in Perthshire, Scotland. With an elevation of 555 meters (1,821 feet), it is classified as a Corbett, which is a Scottish mountain between 2,500 and 3,000 feet in height.

Situated in a remote and picturesque area, Meall a' Phuill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The hill is covered in heather and grass, creating a vibrant and colorful scenery, especially during the summer months. It is a popular destination among hikers and nature enthusiasts who seek to explore the natural beauty and tranquility of the area.

The ascent to the summit is relatively moderate, making it accessible to most walkers with a reasonable level of fitness. The trail is well-marked, and there are several paths that lead to the top. Along the way, visitors can enjoy the diverse flora and fauna that inhabit the hill, including various species of birds and small mammals.

Once at the summit, hikers are rewarded with breathtaking views of Loch Tay, one of Scotland's largest and most beautiful freshwater lochs. On a clear day, it is possible to see the surrounding mountains, such as Ben Lawers and Schiehallion, adding to the allure of Meall a' Phuill.

Overall, Meall a' Phuill is a captivating and tranquil hill in Perthshire that offers both natural beauty and opportunities for outdoor recreation. Whether you are an experienced hiker or a casual walker, a visit to this stunning location is sure to leave a lasting impression.

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Meall a' Phuill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.607924/-4.4333521 or Grid Reference NN5048. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cairn on Meall Buidhe
Cairn on Meall Buidhe
Head up the Munro A Munro defined as a mountain in Scotland with a height over 3,000 feet (914.4 m), and which is on the Scottish Mountaineering Club (SMC) official list of Munros; there is no explicit topographical prominence requirement.
Head up the Munro
A Munro defined as a mountain in Scotland with a height over 3,000 feet (914.4 m), and which is on the Scottish Mountaineering Club (SMC) official list of Munros; there is no explicit topographical prominence requirement.
Summit of Meall Buidhe Large cairn on the summit of the Munro.
Summit of Meall Buidhe
Large cairn on the summit of the Munro.
Meall Buidhe At 932m and with a near-500m head start from the car park, Meall Buidhe is said to be one of the easier Munros to climb. I take it that is when tackled on its own, and not when the legs are already like jelly from the steep incline of Stuchd an Lochain, and also after a dry period when the slopes are not too boggy... Still, for the fine views of Rannoch Moor, Loch Rannoch, Ben Nevis, Glen Coe, Schiehallion and Ben Lawers, it does make an excellent vantage point.
Meall Buidhe
At 932m and with a near-500m head start from the car park, Meall Buidhe is said to be one of the easier Munros to climb. I take it that is when tackled on its own, and not when the legs are already like jelly from the steep incline of Stuchd an Lochain, and also after a dry period when the slopes are not too boggy... Still, for the fine views of Rannoch Moor, Loch Rannoch, Ben Nevis, Glen Coe, Schiehallion and Ben Lawers, it does make an excellent vantage point.
Flat stones at summit of Meall Buidhe A view near to south-east from the summit of Meall Buidhe. Meall a' Phuill is the mountain at the centre of the image with the Tarmachan range in the distance.
Flat stones at summit of Meall Buidhe
A view near to south-east from the summit of Meall Buidhe. Meall a' Phuill is the mountain at the centre of the image with the Tarmachan range in the distance.
South west slope of Meall Buidhe Looking across Coire Pharlain.
South west slope of Meall Buidhe
Looking across Coire Pharlain.
Summit cairn on Meall Buidhe The cairn marks the 932m high point at the north end of the broad ridge. The south end, seen in the background, appears higher in this view, but rises to just 917m.
Summit cairn on Meall Buidhe
The cairn marks the 932m high point at the north end of the broad ridge. The south end, seen in the background, appears higher in this view, but rises to just 917m.
Cairn at the South top of Meall Buidhe
Cairn at the South top of Meall Buidhe
Cairn on Meall Buidhe summit ridge One of two small marker cairns on the ridge.
Cairn on Meall Buidhe summit ridge
One of two small marker cairns on the ridge.
Beginning the ascent of Meall Buidhe Stunning view along Loch an Daimh.
Beginning the ascent of Meall Buidhe
Stunning view along Loch an Daimh.
The vast slopes southeast of Meall Buidhe Looking directly towards Ben Lawers in the distance.
The vast slopes southeast of Meall Buidhe
Looking directly towards Ben Lawers in the distance.
Glas Choire From just northeast of the 917m top of Meall Buidhe, looking along the ridge towards the true summit.
Glas Choire
From just northeast of the 917m top of Meall Buidhe, looking along the ridge towards the true summit.
Meall a' Phuill The dome of Meall a' Phuill, a satellite peak of Meall Buidhe, seen across the shallow depression to the west. The Carn Mairg range and Schiehallion just show in the distance.
Meall a' Phuill
The dome of Meall a' Phuill, a satellite peak of Meall Buidhe, seen across the shallow depression to the west. The Carn Mairg range and Schiehallion just show in the distance.
The southern slopes of Meall Buidhe Climbing above the waters of Loch an Daimh at the head of Glen Lyon.
The southern slopes of Meall Buidhe
Climbing above the waters of Loch an Daimh at the head of Glen Lyon.
Boggy round on the approach to Meall Buidhe The high point on the left is the south end of the Meall Buidhe ridge.
Boggy round on the approach to Meall Buidhe
The high point on the left is the south end of the Meall Buidhe ridge.
North east from the Meall Buidhe ridge The distant water is Loch Rannoch.
North east from the Meall Buidhe ridge
The distant water is Loch Rannoch.
Looking down Loch an Daimh A reservoir created by building the Giorra dam, off left of the picture. The glen originally contained two moderate sized lochs, Loch Giorra near at hand, and Loch Daimh in the distance. Taken en route to Meall Buidhe, to the north.
Looking down Loch an Daimh
A reservoir created by building the Giorra dam, off left of the picture. The glen originally contained two moderate sized lochs, Loch Giorra near at hand, and Loch Daimh in the distance. Taken en route to Meall Buidhe, to the north.
View south east over Glen Lyon With Ben Lawers in cloud in the distance.
View south east over Glen Lyon
With Ben Lawers in cloud in the distance.
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Meall a' Phuill is located at Grid Ref: NN5048 (Lat: 56.607924, Lng: -4.4333521)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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