Meall a' Chaise

Hill, Mountain in Sutherland

Scotland

Meall a' Chaise

Cairn above Strath Brora, Sutherland Looking towards Meallan Liath Mòr and Meallan Liath Beag.

Site 5 at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://her.highland.gov.uk/hbsmrgatewayhighland/DataFiles/LibraryLinkFiles/109680.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://her.highland.gov.uk/hbsmrgatewayhighland/DataFiles/LibraryLinkFiles/109680.pdf">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> refers to an "oval cairn at 1084ft, 2m by 1.5m by 0.5m high of large stones, though other small stones visible in turf."
Cairn above Strath Brora, Sutherland Credit: Claire Pegrum

Meall a' Chaise is a prominent hill located in the county of Sutherland, in the Scottish Highlands. With an elevation of 559 meters (1834 feet), it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Situated in the far north of Scotland, Meall a' Chaise is part of the larger region known as the Northwest Highlands Geopark.

This hill is characterized by its rugged terrain, featuring steep slopes and rocky outcrops. The ascent to the summit can be challenging, with some sections requiring scrambling over loose stones and boulders. However, the effort is well worth it for those who reach the top, as they are rewarded with breathtaking vistas across the rolling hills, moorlands, and lochs that define the Scottish Highlands.

Wildlife enthusiasts will also find Meall a' Chaise an appealing destination, as the hill is home to a variety of bird species, including golden eagles, peregrine falcons, and red-throated divers. Additionally, the surrounding area supports a diverse range of flora, with heather, bilberry, and cotton grass being common sights on the hillside.

Hikers and outdoor enthusiasts often visit Meall a' Chaise to experience the tranquility and isolation that this remote location offers. The hill provides an excellent opportunity for those seeking a challenging yet rewarding adventure in the heart of the Scottish Highlands.

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Meall a' Chaise Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.075705/-4.2885908 or Grid Reference NC6511. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cairn above Strath Brora, Sutherland Looking towards Meallan Liath Mòr and Meallan Liath Beag.

Site 5 at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://her.highland.gov.uk/hbsmrgatewayhighland/DataFiles/LibraryLinkFiles/109680.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://her.highland.gov.uk/hbsmrgatewayhighland/DataFiles/LibraryLinkFiles/109680.pdf">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> refers to an "oval cairn at 1084ft, 2m by 1.5m by 0.5m high of large stones, though other small stones visible in turf."
Cairn above Strath Brora, Sutherland
Looking towards Meallan Liath Mòr and Meallan Liath Beag. Site 5 at LinkExternal link refers to an "oval cairn at 1084ft, 2m by 1.5m by 0.5m high of large stones, though other small stones visible in turf."
Cairn above Strath Brora, Sutherland Looking down across Coire Chaorachaidh.

Site 6 at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://her.highland.gov.uk/hbsmrgatewayhighland/DataFiles/LibraryLinkFiles/109680.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://her.highland.gov.uk/hbsmrgatewayhighland/DataFiles/LibraryLinkFiles/109680.pdf">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> refers to a "small cairn at 1074ft, 1m² with 7 or 8 stones set over edge of bedrock."
Cairn above Strath Brora, Sutherland
Looking down across Coire Chaorachaidh. Site 6 at LinkExternal link refers to a "small cairn at 1074ft, 1m² with 7 or 8 stones set over edge of bedrock."
Cairn above Strath Brora, Sutherland The high ground on the left is Meall a' Chàise.

Site 7 at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://her.highland.gov.uk/hbsmrgatewayhighland/DataFiles/LibraryLinkFiles/109680.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://her.highland.gov.uk/hbsmrgatewayhighland/DataFiles/LibraryLinkFiles/109680.pdf">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> refers to a "cairn at 1062ft, 2m in diameter by 0.4m high of large stones."
Cairn above Strath Brora, Sutherland
The high ground on the left is Meall a' Chàise. Site 7 at LinkExternal link refers to a "cairn at 1062ft, 2m in diameter by 0.4m high of large stones."
Confluence of burns, Coir' An Torcain, Sutherland Burns flow from the bottom left and right of the photo into the Allt Coir' An Torcain ahead.
Confluence of burns, Coir' An Torcain, Sutherland
Burns flow from the bottom left and right of the photo into the Allt Coir' An Torcain ahead.
Shieling hut below Sìdhean Achadh nan Eun, Sutherland This is one of a group of nine shieling huts which are still shown on OS maps with a scale of 1:25000 and larger.

Sìdhean Achadh nan Eun is the high ground on the left of the photo.
Shieling hut below Sìdhean Achadh nan Eun, Sutherland
This is one of a group of nine shieling huts which are still shown on OS maps with a scale of 1:25000 and larger. Sìdhean Achadh nan Eun is the high ground on the left of the photo.
Lochan below Creag nam Fiadh, Sutherland Looking towards Ben Klibreck.
Lochan below Creag nam Fiadh, Sutherland
Looking towards Ben Klibreck.
Rock on the northern slopes of Creag nam Fiadh, Sutherland Looking across Strath Brora towards Ben Klibreck.
Rock on the northern slopes of Creag nam Fiadh, Sutherland
Looking across Strath Brora towards Ben Klibreck.
Fence, Creag Riabhach, Sutherland This is a deer fence which follows the line of an older, lower fence and protects native woodland planting to the left of the photo.
Fence, Creag Riabhach, Sutherland
This is a deer fence which follows the line of an older, lower fence and protects native woodland planting to the left of the photo.
Ruined building by the Allt nan Sac, Sutherland Looking towards the River Brora.  In the photo, the Allt nan Sac runs left to right behind the building.

Site 10 at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://her.highland.gov.uk/hbsmrgatewayhighland/DataFiles/LibraryLinkFiles/109680.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://her.highland.gov.uk/hbsmrgatewayhighland/DataFiles/LibraryLinkFiles/109680.pdf">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> refers to a "rectangular building aligned NNW-SSE with large stones at N end, no sign of doorway due to collapse. 2.5m by 7.5m with walls 0.4m thick."
Ruined building by the Allt nan Sac, Sutherland
Looking towards the River Brora. In the photo, the Allt nan Sac runs left to right behind the building. Site 10 at LinkExternal link refers to a "rectangular building aligned NNW-SSE with large stones at N end, no sign of doorway due to collapse. 2.5m by 7.5m with walls 0.4m thick."
Bog track An old track slowly sinks back into the bogs. View eastward towards the hills around Golspie.
Bog track
An old track slowly sinks back into the bogs. View eastward towards the hills around Golspie.
Summit, Meall a'Chaise View north to Caithness.
Summit, Meall a'Chaise
View north to Caithness.
Trig on Meall a'Chaise View across the moors of central Sutherland to Ben Klibreck. Below is the very remote inhabited house Dalnessie, on the upper Brora.
Trig on Meall a'Chaise
View across the moors of central Sutherland to Ben Klibreck. Below is the very remote inhabited house Dalnessie, on the upper Brora.
Langwell from Meall a' Chaise Southern slopes of Meall a' Chaise, rough heathery moorland, looking eastward across bogs to a collection of small farms.
Langwell from Meall a' Chaise
Southern slopes of Meall a' Chaise, rough heathery moorland, looking eastward across bogs to a collection of small farms.
Loch a' Chàise North east shore of Loch a' Chàise.
Loch a' Chàise
North east shore of Loch a' Chàise.
Trig point on Meall a' Chàise The trig point on Meall a' Chàise which is not on the summit.
Trig point on Meall a' Chàise
The trig point on Meall a' Chàise which is not on the summit.
Loch a' Chàise Loch a' Chàise, a small lochan near the summit of Meall a' Chàise.
Loch a' Chàise
Loch a' Chàise, a small lochan near the summit of Meall a' Chàise.
Slopes of Meall a' Chàise Heather covered slopes of Meall a' Chàise.
Slopes of Meall a' Chàise
Heather covered slopes of Meall a' Chàise.
Old sleepers
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Meall a' Chaise is located at Grid Ref: NC6511 (Lat: 58.075705, Lng: -4.2885908)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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Located within 500m of 58.075705,-4.2885908
Meall a' Chaise
Corbett: no
Ele: 370
Graham: no
Marilyn: yes
Munro: no
Natural: peak
Prominence: 201
Lat/Long: 58.0756555/-4.2889245
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