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Am Meadar

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Am Meadar

The head of Loch an Dùin At the south end of the Gaick pass.
The head of Loch an Dùin Credit: Alan Reid

Am Meadar is a prominent hill located in the county of Perthshire, Scotland. It is part of the Grampian Mountains range and stands at an impressive height of 927 meters (3,041 feet). The hill is situated near the village of Blair Atholl, approximately 10 miles north of Pitlochry.

Am Meadar offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The ascent to the summit is challenging but rewarding, with a well-marked path leading through heather-clad slopes and rocky terrain. It is recommended to come prepared with proper hiking gear and navigation equipment.

The hill is known for its diverse flora and fauna, with heather, mosses, and wildflowers covering the lower slopes. The higher elevations are home to a variety of bird species, including golden eagles and peregrine falcons. The area is also inhabited by red deer and other wildlife.

At the summit of Am Meadar, hikers are rewarded with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, including the iconic peaks of Schiehallion and Ben Lawers. On clear days, it is possible to see as far as the Cairngorms National Park.

Overall, Am Meadar offers a challenging yet rewarding hiking experience, showcasing the natural beauty and untamed wilderness of Perthshire. Its stunning vistas and diverse ecosystem make it a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the Scottish Highlands.

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Am Meadar Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.883122/-4.1296831 or Grid Reference NN7078. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The head of Loch an Dùin At the south end of the Gaick pass.
The head of Loch an Dùin
At the south end of the Gaick pass.
Moorland SE of Sron nan Dias Looking towards Loch an Duin and the Gaick Pass.
Moorland SE of Sron nan Dias
Looking towards Loch an Duin and the Gaick Pass.
Ford of Edendon Water The fording of the Edendon Water to the south of Sronphadruig Lodge is a fairly straightforward (if cold), procedure as there's a smooth base beneath the water upon which to tread. - hence the bootless crossing!
Ford of Edendon Water
The fording of the Edendon Water to the south of Sronphadruig Lodge is a fairly straightforward (if cold), procedure as there's a smooth base beneath the water upon which to tread. - hence the bootless crossing!
Sronphadruig Lodge There's a definite feeling that Sronphadruig Lodge is uncared for!
Sronphadruig Lodge
There's a definite feeling that Sronphadruig Lodge is uncared for!
River erosion, Edendon Water Historical flood events over many years are depicted here, with alternate layers of mud and rocks building up then being eroded only to be deposited downstream.
River erosion, Edendon Water
Historical flood events over many years are depicted here, with alternate layers of mud and rocks building up then being eroded only to be deposited downstream.
Red boulder, Edendon Water, Sronphadruig Lodge
Red boulder, Edendon Water, Sronphadruig Lodge
Eastern slopes of Sron nan Dias The lower, eastern slopes of Sron nan Dias, with the steep southern face of Am Meadar visible in the background. These hills form the southern wall of the Cama' Choire, see Geograph image <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762558">NN6878 : The Cama' Choire in winter</a>.
Eastern slopes of Sron nan Dias
The lower, eastern slopes of Sron nan Dias, with the steep southern face of Am Meadar visible in the background. These hills form the southern wall of the Cama' Choire, see Geograph image NN6878 : The Cama' Choire in winter.
View towards Loch an Duin A view towards Loch an Duin, taken from the lower slopes of Sron nan Dias. The loch is flanked by An Dun and An Sligearnach. Much of the winter snowfall has melted, although the ground is still frozen after the return of colder weather in late January.
View towards Loch an Duin
A view towards Loch an Duin, taken from the lower slopes of Sron nan Dias. The loch is flanked by An Dun and An Sligearnach. Much of the winter snowfall has melted, although the ground is still frozen after the return of colder weather in late January.
Loch an Duin Loch an Duin flanked by the steep slopes of An Dun and Creag an Loch. This image was taken at sunset on a January afternoon, and is viewed from the eastern flank of Sron nan Dias.
Loch an Duin
Loch an Duin flanked by the steep slopes of An Dun and Creag an Loch. This image was taken at sunset on a January afternoon, and is viewed from the eastern flank of Sron nan Dias.
Am Meadar The flat summit of Am Meadar, with An Dun visible in the distance. This image was taken at 20:30 on a June evening, with the sun still high in the sky. Am Meadar is a superb vantage point into the beautiful Cama' Choire and the cliffs surrounding Loch an Duin. Many visitors to the Drumochter area will only climb the munros Carn na Caim and A' Bhuidheanach Bheag, missing the more impressive situation on Am Meadar.
Am Meadar
The flat summit of Am Meadar, with An Dun visible in the distance. This image was taken at 20:30 on a June evening, with the sun still high in the sky. Am Meadar is a superb vantage point into the beautiful Cama' Choire and the cliffs surrounding Loch an Duin. Many visitors to the Drumochter area will only climb the munros Carn na Caim and A' Bhuidheanach Bheag, missing the more impressive situation on Am Meadar.
An Dun The steep south-eastern face of An Dun, viewed across the Allt a' Chama' Choire from the summit of Am Meadar.
An Dun
The steep south-eastern face of An Dun, viewed across the Allt a' Chama' Choire from the summit of Am Meadar.
Rock outcrop on Am Meadar An outcrop of red-coloured rock west of the summit of Am Meadar. The Geology of Britain Viewer notes the presence at this position of an igneous bedrock formed 354-443 million years ago in the Devonian and Silurian Periods. This contrasts with the geology of the summit dome of Am Meadar, which is comprised of psammite, a metamorphic bedrock of age 545-1000 million years. This was originally a sedimentary rock, subsequently altered by low-grade metamorphism.
Rock outcrop on Am Meadar
An outcrop of red-coloured rock west of the summit of Am Meadar. The Geology of Britain Viewer notes the presence at this position of an igneous bedrock formed 354-443 million years ago in the Devonian and Silurian Periods. This contrasts with the geology of the summit dome of Am Meadar, which is comprised of psammite, a metamorphic bedrock of age 545-1000 million years. This was originally a sedimentary rock, subsequently altered by low-grade metamorphism.
Sronphadruig Lodge Wintery scene at Sronphadruig Lodge with slopes of Maol Creag an Loch (876m) in the background.
Sronphadruig Lodge
Wintery scene at Sronphadruig Lodge with slopes of Maol Creag an Loch (876m) in the background.
Southern end of Loch an Duin Photograph taken of northern end of Loch an Duin from the slopes of Maol Creag an Loch (876m). An Dun (827m) is in the background.
Southern end of Loch an Duin
Photograph taken of northern end of Loch an Duin from the slopes of Maol Creag an Loch (876m). An Dun (827m) is in the background.
Loch an Dùin The loch is north of the Tay - Spey watershed but the county march runs through it. View towards the crags of Creag an Loch on the Perthshire side.
Loch an Dùin
The loch is north of the Tay - Spey watershed but the county march runs through it. View towards the crags of Creag an Loch on the Perthshire side.
South end of Loch an Dùin Evening above Sronphadruig Lodge on the Gaick Pass. The loch has striking slabby pavements just beneath the surface of this corner. They show well in photos from above. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1418121">NN7279 : South end of Loch an Dùin</a>
South end of Loch an Dùin
Evening above Sronphadruig Lodge on the Gaick Pass. The loch has striking slabby pavements just beneath the surface of this corner. They show well in photos from above. NN7279 : South end of Loch an Dùin
Causeway and bridge remains A former course of the Edendon Water is shown by the remains of a bridge. The river winds about its floodplain and bridges are hard to maintain. The road crosses the river by an Irish bridge upstream.
Causeway and bridge remains
A former course of the Edendon Water is shown by the remains of a bridge. The river winds about its floodplain and bridges are hard to maintain. The road crosses the river by an Irish bridge upstream.
Ford, Edendon Water An Irish bridge on the road up to Sronphadruig Lodge.
Ford, Edendon Water
An Irish bridge on the road up to Sronphadruig Lodge.
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Am Meadar is located at Grid Ref: NN7078 (Lat: 56.883122, Lng: -4.1296831)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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