Meall a' Chrasgaidh
In the centre of the Fannichs mountain range, rugged Meall a' Chrasgaidh is a northern subsiduary top of mighty Sgùrr nan Clach Geala.
Meall a' Chrasgaidh
| Height | 934m |
| Prominence | 115m |
| Meaning | hill of the crossing |
| Lists | Munros (M241) |
| Location | The Fannichs, The Fannichs to Loch Maree |
| Grid Ref | NH185733 |
| Lat/Lon | 57.71266, -5.04884 |
Meall a' Chrasgaidh is the northern subsiduary top of Sgùrr nan Clach Geala in the centre of the Fannichs. A wide crest connects these two peaks at a bealach at a shade over 100m below Meall a' Chrasgaidh's height.
Taken on its own, the most direct route to Meall a' Chrasgaidh approaches from the north where a decent track begins from the head of Loch a' Bhraoin. From this direction, Meall a' Chrasgaidh initially appears quite rugged with intimidating lines of crags. Fortunately the route turns up its west-facing slopes which are grass-covered and more forgiving.
Meall a' Chrasgaidh is most likely to be bagged with other nearby Munro peaks, either on route or as a detour from the main ridge.
Routes up Meall a' Chrasgaidh
Western Fannichs | |
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Hillwalking route on the western Fannichs, tracing ridges above corries to 5 Munros including Sgurr nan Clach Geala, the highest and most distinctive. Peaks : 5 Munros
Ascent : 1840m (6040ft) Distance : 23km (14m) Time : 8:50hr* | |
Fannichs Big 9 | |
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An epic day beginning with a cycle to Loch Fannich, continues with a route taking in all 9 Munros in the Fannichs mountain range. Peaks : 9 Munros
Ascent : 3050m (10010ft) Distance : 61km (38m) Time : 15:30hr* | |
Nearby hills and mountains
* Times shown are estimates – see timing notes on the disclaimer page for more information.