Meall na h-Eilde

Meall na h-Eilde rises to 838 meters between the Great Glen and Glen Garry, featuring a distinctive northerly ridge that passes several small mountain lakes.

This location served as a refuge for Charles Edward Stuart following the Battle of Culloden in 1746, where he received supplies from Cameron of Clunes.

The mountain's name translates from Scottish Gaelic as Hill of the Hinds, reflecting the natural shelter provided by its eastern corrie for deer populations.

Hikers can access the summit from two directions: the southern route starting at Eas Chia-aig waterfall or the northern approach beginning at Greenfield in Glen Garry.

The mountain stands on Scotland's main drainage divide, with southern streams flowing to the west coast while northern slopes drain into Loch Oich via River Garry.

Location: Highland

Elevation above the sea: 838 m

Part of: Northwest Highlands

GPS coordinates: 57.00887,-4.99054

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:49