Meall nan Eun

Munro · Scottish Highlands

Meall nan Eun

928.1 m · 3,045 ft

Meall nan Eun

Munro · Scottish Highlands

Meall nan Eun

928.1 m · 3,045 ft

Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height928.1 m3,045 ft
Grid RefNN 192 449
OS Map377OS Explorer
RegionGlen Coe & Glen Etive

Meall nan Eun, 'hill of the birds', is a domed hill east of Loch Etive whose top is a long, broad, grassy plateau with a cairn. Its sides are very steep and edged with crags and slabs, so the line of ascent needs some thought. The wide, flat summit takes some of the depth out of the views.

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Summit

Cairn

Rock & Ground

Grassy summit plateau sitting above steep crags and slabs.

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Summit Weather

Our Route

Distance11.0 mi17.6 km
Ascent1,200 m3,940 ft
Time6h 25mwalking
Start & FinishA car park near Glen EtiveNN 1363 4680 · circular route
Directions

Safety: Routes are a guide only. Carry a map and compass and know how to use them, check the weather before you go, and turn back if in doubt. You use this route at your own risk.

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