Meall Corranaich · Meall a' Choire Lèith
Meall Corranaich and Meall a' Choire Lèith
Route overview
This short circular outing climbs two of the quieter Munros in the Ben Lawers range from a high-altitude start at the Lairig an Lochain. Offering superb views across to the grander peaks of the group and towards Glen Lyon, the route provides a quick high-level traverse over broad, grassy ridges and a wild, boggy descent.
Terrain and underfoot
The walk features a mix of faint hill paths, trackless grassy slopes, and extensive peat bogs on the return leg. Navigation is generally straightforward, aided by old fence posts on the initial ascent, though care is required to locate the correct ridge descending from Meall Corranaich's northern top. The descent crosses the Allt Gleann Da-Eig, which can be boggy underfoot.
- Distance
- 9.5 km
- Ascent
- 745 m
- Typical time
- 3.5 - 4 hoursStandard moving time
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Getting there and parking
Driving and parking
Lairig an Lochain summit layby, Meall Corranaich
Use the small layby by the large cairn just north of the Lairig an Lochain pass summit. It is separate from the main NTS Ben Lawers car park.
A very small surfaced recess beside the hill road. Keep the road, tapered ends and path access clear.
Approximately 3 to 5 cars
- Before you go
- The road is not kept open in winter. Check current road conditions and do not assume a fixed seasonal opening date or nearby roadside overflow.