Marilyn · Glen Coe & Lochaber
Meall Luidh Mor
The name means 'big rounded hill' in Gaelic. A 514m hill near Loch Ericht in the central Highlands with at least 150m of prominence — enough to feel like a real summit rather than a shoulder. The modest height belies the quality of the walking.
Gaelic: “rounded hill, big” · Pronunciation: myowl more
Quick facts
- Height
- 514m/ 1686ft
- Difficulty
- 2 / 5Moderate
- Grid ref
- NN 41697 79709
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Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent through the dramatic Lochaber landscape with views to surrounding peaks to the 514m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Lochaber terrain — volcanic rock, bog and heather. Wetter than the east Highlands. Drainage can be poor in the lower glens.
In winter
Winter brings snow and ice that makes Lochaber hills serious propositions. The wet climate means ice forms readily. Microspikes are useful throughout winter.
This hill is in the Glen Coe SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow3h 47m
- Edinburgh4h 22m
OS maps: OS Landranger 42, OS Explorer 050, OS Explorer 393
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:29
- Sunset
- 21:02
- Civil dawn
- 04:43
- Civil dusk
- 21:48
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