Meall Tairbh

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Meall Tairbh

Crossing the north ridge of Creag an Loch
Crossing the north ridge of Creag an Loch Credit: Alan Reid

Meall Tairbh, located in Perthshire, Scotland, is a prominent hill that offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Standing at an elevation of approximately 787 meters (2,582 feet), it is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

Meall Tairbh is part of the larger Ben Lawers mountain range, which is known for its rugged beauty and diverse flora and fauna. The hill itself is characterized by its steep slopes and rocky terrain, making it a challenging but rewarding climb for experienced hikers. The surrounding landscape is dominated by rolling hills, lush green valleys, and sparkling lochs, creating a picturesque backdrop for outdoor activities.

The summit of Meall Tairbh provides breathtaking views in all directions, allowing visitors to admire the vastness of the Scottish Highlands. On a clear day, it is possible to spot other notable peaks such as Ben Lawers, Beinn Ghlas, and Meall Corranaich. The hill's exposed location also means that it can be subject to strong winds, so appropriate clothing and caution are recommended.

The area surrounding Meall Tairbh is home to a variety of wildlife, including red deer, mountain hares, and golden eagles. Botanists also flock to the region to study the diverse plant life, with rare species such as alpine lady's mantle and purple saxifrage being found in the higher altitudes.

Overall, Meall Tairbh offers a challenging and rewarding experience for outdoor enthusiasts, with its stunning views, diverse wildlife, and captivating natural beauty.

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Meall Tairbh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.69348/-3.9290285 or Grid Reference NN8157. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Crossing the north ridge of Creag an Loch
Crossing the north ridge of Creag an Loch
Road beside the south shore of Loch Tummel at Lick Looking westward.
Road beside the south shore of Loch Tummel at Lick
Looking westward.
Road beside the south shore of Loch Tummel near to Lick Looking eastward.
Road beside the south shore of Loch Tummel near to Lick
Looking eastward.
Road between the south shore of Loch Tummel and Frenich Wood Looking north-eastward.
Road between the south shore of Loch Tummel and Frenich Wood
Looking north-eastward.
Road beside the south shore of Loch Tummel near to Ceann na Coille Looking westward.
Road beside the south shore of Loch Tummel near to Ceann na Coille
Looking westward.
Road, Ceann na Coille New generation of growth after the windthrow. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2966416">NN8058 : Ceann na Coille</a>
Road, Ceann na Coille
New generation of growth after the windthrow. NN8058 : Ceann na Coille
Loch Tummel Overzealous parking restrictions in the war on the campervan/low quality camper has meant that this loch now requires a long portage to get on to it.
Loch Tummel
Overzealous parking restrictions in the war on the campervan/low quality camper has meant that this loch now requires a long portage to get on to it.
South side of Loch Tummel after the parking ban There is now an 8k clearway here which means a long portage or a drop off if you want to get on the water.  The upside is that there will now be some great camping spots for the non motorised.
South side of Loch Tummel after the parking ban
There is now an 8k clearway here which means a long portage or a drop off if you want to get on the water. The upside is that there will now be some great camping spots for the non motorised.
Burn near Lick Flows into Loch Tummel.
Burn near Lick
Flows into Loch Tummel.
Burn flowing from Sròn Mhòr Entering Loch Tummel east of Lick.
Burn flowing from Sròn Mhòr
Entering Loch Tummel east of Lick.
Frenich Burn delta In Loch Tummel. 
Strathtummel on the far side of the loch.
Frenich Burn delta
In Loch Tummel. Strathtummel on the far side of the loch.
Miniature beach On the Frenich Burn delta.  Looking east along Loch Tummel.
Miniature beach
On the Frenich Burn delta. Looking east along Loch Tummel.
Frenich Burn A substatial burn running down through a gorge towards Loch Tummel. There is some construction work taking place here, probably a small hydroelectric scheme.
Frenich Burn
A substatial burn running down through a gorge towards Loch Tummel. There is some construction work taking place here, probably a small hydroelectric scheme.
Frenich Wood Mature conifer woodland near Loch Tummel, some trees were lost to windthrow nearby.
Frenich Wood
Mature conifer woodland near Loch Tummel, some trees were lost to windthrow nearby.
Ceann na Coille Some of the 5,000,000 trees lost by the Forestry Commission to windthrow around New Year 2012.
Ceann na Coille
Some of the 5,000,000 trees lost by the Forestry Commission to windthrow around New Year 2012.
South Loch Tummel road
South Loch Tummel road
Frenich Wood Birches beside Loch Tummel.
Frenich Wood
Birches beside Loch Tummel.
New road above Lick A view across Loch Tummel.
New road above Lick
A view across Loch Tummel.
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Meall Tairbh is located at Grid Ref: NN8157 (Lat: 56.69348, Lng: -3.9290285)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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Located within 500m of 56.69348,-3.9290285
Source: esri
Waterway: dam
Lat/Long: 56.6912904/-3.9226303
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