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Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean routes: 3 ways to the top
South Ridge RouteHiking · 8km · 450 m ascent · ~2h 20m · from Kinloch RannochModerate
This route follows the south ridge of Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean, offering scenic views and a moderate challenge for hikers, the path is well-trodden and marked.
Northwest ApproachHiking · 10km · from Bridge of GaurHard
The northwest approach is a longer route that offers a gradual ascent, ideal for those looking to enjoy a full day hike with varied terrain.
East Face ScrambleScrambling · 5km · 500 m ascent · ~1h 50m · from Loch RannochGrade 1 Scramble
This scramble takes you up the east face, providing a more direct and adventurous ascent, suitable for those with some scrambling experience.
Summit today
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 599m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean each night this week, from cloud cover, moonlight and local light pollution.
Snow · 7 days
Snowfall and lying snow at the summit over the next 7 days.
Sun today
Sunrise 07:23, sunset 16:44
9h 22m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:21 and starts 15:45. From the summit you see the sun 07:17 to 16:50.
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About Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean
Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean is 599 m (1,965 ft) high with 177 m of prominence. It is in Killilan to Inverness, Scotland. OS grid reference NH156377. It is the highest of the 12 summits Peakify lists in Killilan to Inverness. The nearest summits are Rubha na Spreidhe (2.3 km), Sgurr na Lapaich (2.7 km) and Beinn Dubh SE Top (2.3 km).
How high is Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean?
Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean is 599 metres high with 177 metres of prominence.
Where is Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean?
Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean is listed in Killilan to Inverness, Scotland.
Are there routes for Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean?
Peakify lists 3 routes for Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is South Ridge Route (8km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean today?
Peakify rates each day on the summit Good, Marginal or Poor from the forecast summit wind, gusts, chance of rain and wind chill. Wind of 40 mph or gusts of 65 mph make it Poor; wind of 25 mph, gusts of 45 mph, a 60% chance of rain or a feels-like temperature of -8°C or below make it Marginal. Today's and tomorrow's ratings are at the top of this page. The rating covers the weather only: also check your route, daylight, kit and experience, and in winter whether you need an ice axe and crampons.
What weather information is shown for Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean?
The page includes cached mountain forecast context, snow outlook, dark-sky signals, cloud-inversion information, sunrise, sunset, and summit planning details where available.
Peakify is run by Sam Tyler, who has climbed Yr Wyddfa 22 times. The forecast refreshes every hour; how our forecast works.
