Corbett · Arrochar & Trossachs
Meall an t-Seallaidh
Meall an t-Seallaidh — "hill of the view" — rises directly above the south side of Glen Dochart, between Killin and Crianlarich, and lives up to its name with one of the broadest panoramas in the southern Highlands. From its 852m summit the Lawers range fills the north-east horizon, Ben More and Stob Binnein dominate the south, and the spread of the central Highlands stretches in every other direction. With 428m of prominence it is a freestanding hill that demands its own day rather than being tagged onto a neighbour.
Quick facts
- Height
- 852.7m/ 2798ft
- Prominence
- 428 m
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 750 m
- Time
- 5–7 hrs
- Grid ref
- NN542234
- Parking
- NN484278
- Nearest city
- Stirling· 39km
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
Height and prominence cross-checked against the Database of British and Irish Hills (CC BY).
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Standard route
farm track 25% · open hillside 35% · broad ridge 30% · summit dome 10%
The most popular start is from the lay-by on the A85 at Lochan na Lairige or further west near Auchessan in Glen Dochart. Follow the estate track south past the farm, then climb open grass slopes east onto the long north ridge of Meall an t-Seallaidh. The ridge gives a steady pull to the broad summit dome. Around 15km return with 750m of ascent. Most parties combine with Creag Mac Ranaich across the bealach for a satisfying Glen Dochart double.
Terrain
The Glen Dochart farm tracks are firm. Above the tracks the going is open tussocky grass and bracken on the lower flanks, transitioning to short grass and rock outcrops higher up. The north ridge is broad and easy-angled but has a number of small bumps that can confuse in mist. The summit area is flat short grass with a small rock cairn. No exposure or scrambling.
In winter
A relatively benign winter Corbett — gentle ridge angles, no significant avalanche slopes and no cornicing problem. The Glen Dochart A85 is gritted and reliable in any conditions. The main winter consideration is the wide summit dome which becomes featureless under snow; carry a compass and confirm bearings on the flatter sections.
This hill is in the Southern Highlands SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow1h 23m
- Edinburgh2h 51m
OS maps: OS Landranger 51
Mobile signal: Reasonable signal in Glen Dochart; on-off on the upper hill
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:53
- Sunset
- 21:55
- Civil dawn
- 03:56
- Civil dusk
- 22:51
NOAA Solar Calculator · 17 July 2026
Around Meall an t-Seallaidh on the SCOT network
Getting there, basing yourself, and what to do off the hill.
Getting there: Crianlarich station
Crianlarich Munros — Ben More, Stob Binnein, Ben Lui, Cruach Ardrain
16km from the hill
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On TripSCOTBase yourself in Callander
Trossachs gateway — Ben Ledi, Stuc a Chroin, Rob Roy Way
17km from the hill
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On TasteSCOTAfter the hill: Deanston
Doune — converted cotton mill; floral, honeyed Perthshire distillery
29km from the hill
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Meall an t-Seallaidh — common questions
- What difficulty is Meall an t-Seallaidh?
- On the OutdoorSCOT scale, Meall an t-Seallaidh comes in at 3/5 — moderately challenging. Expect roughly 15km and 750m of ascent on the usual route — 5-7 hours for most parties. Ground conditions: The Glen Dochart farm tracks are firm.
- How much drop does Meall an t-Seallaidh have?
- The drop is 428m: measured from the summit of Meall an t-Seallaidh down to the saddle joining it to higher terrain.
- Where's the parking for Meall an t-Seallaidh?
- Park at NN484278. Double-check the grid reference on an OS map first; informal laybys here fill early in high season.
- What's the best month to climb Meall an t-Seallaidh?
- Aim for May, June, July, August, September, October on Meall an t-Seallaidh. In the remaining months treat it as a winter hill — full kit, solid navigation, and a look at the relevant SAIS avalanche forecast before you go.
- Can dogs go up Meall an t-Seallaidh?
- Dogs are fine on a lead. The route passes livestock or ground-nesting bird habitat, so keep them close throughout.
- Will I get phone signal on Meall an t-Seallaidh?
- Reasonable signal in Glen Dochart; on-off on the upper hill
- Is Meall an t-Seallaidh safe in winter?
- A relatively benign winter Corbett — gentle ridge angles, no significant avalanche slopes and no cornicing problem. The Glen Dochart A85 is gritted and reliable in any conditions. The main winter consideration is the wide summit dome which becomes featureless under snow; carry a compass and confirm bearings on the flatter sections.
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