1. Home
  2. Scotland
  3. Highlands and Islands
  4. Highland
  5. Sutherland
  6. Meall nan Aighean

Meall nan Aighean

Hill, Mountain in Sutherland

Scotland

Meall nan Aighean

Summit of Meall nan Aighean Looking south from this incredibly flat summit; which is at the northern end of the ridge that stretches from Ben Armine Lodge to Loch Coire Lodge - a remote part of Scotland. Creag a' Choire Ghlas is the next summit south (and is a similar flat summit), then you can see Creag Mhor to the right.
Summit of Meall nan Aighean Credit: Andrew Spenceley

Meall nan Aighean is a prominent hill located in the Sutherland region of the Scottish Highlands. Standing at a height of 963 meters (3,159 feet), it offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape, including nearby mountains and lochs.

The hill is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, with several well-marked trails leading to the summit. The terrain is rugged and challenging, with steep ascents and rocky outcrops to navigate, making it a rewarding climb for experienced hikers.

Meall nan Aighean is part of the Ben Lawers National Nature Reserve, known for its diverse flora and fauna. The hill is home to a variety of plant species, including heather, mosses, and lichens, as well as wildlife such as red deer and golden eagles.

Visitors to Meall nan Aighean can expect a challenging but rewarding hike, with breathtaking views and the opportunity to experience the natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands. It is recommended to come prepared with appropriate gear, as weather conditions in the area can change rapidly.

Show me another place!

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

Meall nan Aighean Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.228733/-4.2475995 or Grid Reference NC6828. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Summit of Meall nan Aighean Looking south from this incredibly flat summit; which is at the northern end of the ridge that stretches from Ben Armine Lodge to Loch Coire Lodge - a remote part of Scotland. Creag a' Choire Ghlas is the next summit south (and is a similar flat summit), then you can see Creag Mhor to the right.
Summit of Meall nan Aighean
Looking south from this incredibly flat summit; which is at the northern end of the ridge that stretches from Ben Armine Lodge to Loch Coire Lodge - a remote part of Scotland. Creag a' Choire Ghlas is the next summit south (and is a similar flat summit), then you can see Creag Mhor to the right.
Coire na Sairdhe Duibhe on Ben Armine These crags are rich in rare plant species, including the attractive dwarf willow Salix lapponum
Coire na Sairdhe Duibhe on Ben Armine
These crags are rich in rare plant species, including the attractive dwarf willow Salix lapponum
Northern slopes of Ben Armine The north side of Meall nan Aighean and the northern end of the 12km Ben Armine ridge. Grassy slopes above the Loch Choire road.
Northern slopes of Ben Armine
The north side of Meall nan Aighean and the northern end of the 12km Ben Armine ridge. Grassy slopes above the Loch Choire road.
Path on Ben Armine Very good path running along the eastern escarpment of Ben Armine. View down to the northern end and the Loch Choire road.
Path on Ben Armine
Very good path running along the eastern escarpment of Ben Armine. View down to the northern end and the Loch Choire road.
Halmadarie Burn Looking down the burn from the path along the east side of Ben Armine. Loch Badanloch and Beinn Griam Mòr in the distance.
Halmadarie Burn
Looking down the burn from the path along the east side of Ben Armine. Loch Badanloch and Beinn Griam Mòr in the distance.
Crags, Coire na Saidhe Duibhe Coire na Saidhe Duibhe is a partly rocky corrie on the east side of Creag a' Choire Ghlais, one of the two main Ben Armine tops.
Crags, Coire na Saidhe Duibhe
Coire na Saidhe Duibhe is a partly rocky corrie on the east side of Creag a' Choire Ghlais, one of the two main Ben Armine tops.
Large boulder Just beneath the path, a big detached chunk of Ben Armine.
Large boulder
Just beneath the path, a big detached chunk of Ben Armine.
Path beneath Ben Armine One of the many excellent paths on the Ben Armine range. This runs from the Loch Choire road, along the foot of the eastern escarpment to Ben Armine Lodge. Just approaching the top of the initial climb from the Loch Choire Lodge road.
Path beneath Ben Armine
One of the many excellent paths on the Ben Armine range. This runs from the Loch Choire road, along the foot of the eastern escarpment to Ben Armine Lodge. Just approaching the top of the initial climb from the Loch Choire Lodge road.
Coire na Saidhe Duibhe A name which I find chilling, if it is literally translated. Black hay is very bad news, and redolent of damp and decay. Quite apt for this dark seeping place on the east side of Ben Armine. On closer examination the crags appear well vegetated and even wooded, probably home to some interesting plants.
Coire na Saidhe Duibhe
A name which I find chilling, if it is literally translated. Black hay is very bad news, and redolent of damp and decay. Quite apt for this dark seeping place on the east side of Ben Armine. On closer examination the crags appear well vegetated and even wooded, probably home to some interesting plants.
Pony track, Ben Armine Running beneath the eastern scarp of Ben Armine, one of the network of high quality stalkers tracks.
Pony track, Ben Armine
Running beneath the eastern scarp of Ben Armine, one of the network of high quality stalkers tracks.
Creag a' Choire Ghlais The crag under the northernmost of the two main Ben Armine summits. The crags are wet and well vegetated.
Creag a' Choire Ghlais
The crag under the northernmost of the two main Ben Armine summits. The crags are wet and well vegetated.
Show me another place!

Meall nan Aighean is located at Grid Ref: NC6828 (Lat: 58.228733, Lng: -4.2475995)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///thickened.mailboxes.curable. Near Altnaharra, Highland

Nearby Locations

Meall nan Aighean

Related Wikis

Ben Armine
Ben Armine

Ben Armine (705 m) is a remote hill in Sutherland in the far north of Scotland. It lies in inland, north of the village of Lairg. The best known summit...

Loch Choire
Loch Choire

Loch Choire is a loch in Sutherland in the Highland council area of northern Scotland. It is located at the end of a rural street which links the loch...

Loch Rimsdale
Loch Rimsdale

Loch Rimsdale is a loch in the Farr parish in Sutherland in the Highland Council Area of northern Scotland. It is located near the B871 main road. There...

Ben Klibreck
Ben Klibreck

Ben Klibreck (Scottish Gaelic: Beinn Clìbric) is a Scottish mountain located in central Sutherland. It is an isolated mountain, rising above a large area...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 58.228733,-4.2475995
Meall nan Aighean
Ele: 697
Ele Ft: 2287
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 58.2287374/-4.247832
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.
Middlefield Law Ayrshire
A' Chailleach Inverness-shire

Have you been to Meall nan Aighean?

Leave your review of Meall nan Aighean below (or comments, questions and feedback).

© 2024 UK Place Database | Privacy