Meall nan Eagan

Hill, Mountain in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Meall nan Eagan

Dirc Mhor On Looking towards the Dirc Mhor.  A deep rocky cleft in the hillside.
Dirc Mhor Credit: Gordon Gibb

Meall nan Eagan is a prominent hill located in Inverness-shire, Scotland. With an elevation of 570 meters (1,870 feet), it is classified as a Corbett, which refers to a Scottish hill between 2,500 and 3,000 feet high, with a prominence of at least 500 feet.

Situated in the western part of Inverness-shire, Meall nan Eagan is part of the Glen Affric region, renowned for its stunning natural beauty and abundant wildlife. The hill is positioned to the northeast of Loch Mullardoch, adding to the picturesque charm of the area.

Meall nan Eagan boasts a relatively rounded summit, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. On a clear day, hikers and nature enthusiasts can enjoy breathtaking vistas of the nearby Munros (mountains over 3,000 feet) such as Sgurr na Lapaich and An Riabhachan.

Access to Meall nan Eagan can be achieved via various routes, including from the village of Cannich to the south or from Glen Strathfarrar to the north. The hill is a popular destination for walkers, and it can be easily incorporated into a longer hike, allowing visitors to explore the adjacent hills and valleys.

Being a Corbett, Meall nan Eagan attracts both experienced hillwalkers and those looking to challenge themselves with a moderately strenuous climb. Its proximity to other notable peaks and its captivating scenery make it a favored spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of Inverness-shire.

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Meall nan Eagan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.957144/-4.3090997 or Grid Reference NN5987. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dirc Mhor On Looking towards the Dirc Mhor.  A deep rocky cleft in the hillside.
Dirc Mhor
On Looking towards the Dirc Mhor. A deep rocky cleft in the hillside.
Dirc Mhor The Rocky terrain in the Dirc Mhor makes for a difficult traverse.
Dirc Mhor
The Rocky terrain in the Dirc Mhor makes for a difficult traverse.
Rocks in the Dirc Mhor Lots of rocks in the Dirc Mhor.
Rocks in the Dirc Mhor
Lots of rocks in the Dirc Mhor.
Old Fence Disintegrating fence at the NE entrance to the Dirc Mhor.
Old Fence
Disintegrating fence at the NE entrance to the Dirc Mhor.
The Dirc Mhor from the slopes of Meall nan Eagan
The Dirc Mhor from the slopes of Meall nan Eagan
A closer view of the Dirc Mhor
A closer view of the Dirc Mhor
The summit of Meall nan Eagan from the south-west
The summit of Meall nan Eagan from the south-west
Lochan na Doire-uaine Looking towards the Dirc Bheag
Lochan na Doire-uaine
Looking towards the Dirc Bheag
Head of Lochan na Doire-uaine
Head of Lochan na Doire-uaine
Lochan na Doire-uaine
Lochan na Doire-uaine
Dirc Bheag Looking SW from just below the col. The adjacent Dirc Mhor has been described as "floored with a jungle of boulders and an abundance of ferns making the holes between the boulders difficult to see"(Scottish Mountaineering Club District Guidebook).  The description fits the Dirc Bheag too, and indicates that the place is a walker's nightmare.  It is instructive to think that the reason why the vegetation is ungrazed is that the deer choose not to come here.
Dirc Bheag
Looking SW from just below the col. The adjacent Dirc Mhor has been described as "floored with a jungle of boulders and an abundance of ferns making the holes between the boulders difficult to see"(Scottish Mountaineering Club District Guidebook). The description fits the Dirc Bheag too, and indicates that the place is a walker's nightmare. It is instructive to think that the reason why the vegetation is ungrazed is that the deer choose not to come here.
Creag nan Adhaircean (summit) The summit of Creag nan Adhaircean.
Creag nan Adhaircean (summit)
The summit of Creag nan Adhaircean.
Dirc Mhor (meltwater channel) Descending the Dirc Mhor.
The Dirc Mhor is a fine example of a meltwater channel.
Dirc Mhor (meltwater channel)
Descending the Dirc Mhor. The Dirc Mhor is a fine example of a meltwater channel.
Meall nan Eagan (summit) Looking towards Dirc Mhor, Creag nan Adhaircean and Dirc Bheag from the summit of Meall nan Eagan.
Meall nan Eagan (summit)
Looking towards Dirc Mhor, Creag nan Adhaircean and Dirc Bheag from the summit of Meall nan Eagan.
Meall nan Eagan (summit) The summit of Meall nan Eagan.
Meall nan Eagan (summit)
The summit of Meall nan Eagan.
Creag nan Adhaircean Ascending the steep rocky slopes of Creag nan Adhaircean from the Dirc Bheag.
Creag nan Adhaircean
Ascending the steep rocky slopes of Creag nan Adhaircean from the Dirc Bheag.
Lochan na Doire-uaine The Gaelic name means something like 'lochan of the green thicket' which might be explained by the large number of tree stumps in the peat here. The narrow gap is the Dirc Bheag, a smaller version of the Dirc Mhor next door.
Lochan na Doire-uaine
The Gaelic name means something like 'lochan of the green thicket' which might be explained by the large number of tree stumps in the peat here. The narrow gap is the Dirc Bheag, a smaller version of the Dirc Mhor next door.
Dirc Bheag A closer view of the steep-sided narrow gap with Creag nan Adhaircean to the right.
Dirc Bheag
A closer view of the steep-sided narrow gap with Creag nan Adhaircean to the right.
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Meall nan Eagan is located at Grid Ref: NN5987 (Lat: 56.957144, Lng: -4.3090997)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Meall nan Eagan
Corbett: no
Ele: 658
Graham: yes
Marilyn: yes
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Prominence: 166
Source: GPS Survey;OS Streetview
Wikidata: Q20598576
Lat/Long: 56.9571713/-4.3090566
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