Schiehallion
Schiehallion, isolated above Rannoch and Tummel, looks pointed from the west and whale-backed from other angles. It’s often a first Munro for hillwalkers.
Schiehallion
| Height | 1083m |
| Prominence | 715m |
| Meaning | fairy hill of the Caledonians |
| Lists | Munros, 59 |
| Location | Above Loch Rannoch and Loch Tummel, Rannoch Moor to Loch Tay |
| Grid Ref | NN714548 |
| Lat/Lon | 56.66703, -4.10005 |
Schiehallion is an identifiable peak from many directions. It stands fairly isolated above Rannoch and Tummel, appearing remarkably pointed from the west and almost whale-back in shape from the south and north. Many a hill-walker has had their first-Munro experience up Schiehallion !
Due to its shape, centuries ago, scientists used Schiehallion to estimate the mass of the earth and from this, the idea of contours came about. In more recent years the John Muir Trust purchased the area and set about tackling the erosion on Schiehallion's eastern flank by installing a new path. Combine this new path with the peak's accessiblity and only 750m of ascent, and you get a popular hill - Schiehallion is one of the easiest Munros.
Schiehallion has a fine path up to around c870m, however thereafter a rough path threads a way through heather and boulderfield up the remaining 2km to the summit. Care is needed on the boulderfield and in mist, the path can easily be lost, so you will need your navigational wits about you !
Routes up Schiehallion
Schiehallion from Braes of Foss | |
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Hillwalking route up Schiehallion from Braes of Foss. A popular, fairly easy Munro and distinctive peak - often the first Munro for many hillwalkers. Peaks : 1 Munro
Ascent : 750m (2460ft) Distance : 10km (6m) Time : 3:45hr |
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