3,209 ft · Northwest Highlands, Scotland
Cona' Mheall
Cona' Mheall is a 3,209 ft peak in the Northwest Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Normal Route via Coire Ghranda Bealach: 13 mi, 3,610 ft of gain, Class 2.
Cona' Mheall at a glance
- Elevation3,209 ft978 m
- RouteNormal Route via Coire Ghranda BealachClass 2
- Distance13 mi3,610 ft gain
- Time9 – 11 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeNorthwest HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Normal Route via Coire Ghranda Bealach
From Ullapool, drive south on the A835 to the Inverlael car park at the head of Loch Broom. Follow the forestry track and stalkers path up Gleann na Sguaib, then the stone dyke toward Beinn Dearg before traversing past a small lochan and down to a lower bealach above Coire Ghranda. A wide slope of grass, scree and a final boulderfield leads to the summit. The route is Class 2 on rough ground. It is usually combined with Beinn Dearg, Meall nan Ceapraichean and Eididh nan Clach Geala. The boulders are slow and slippery when wet, and navigation around the corrie rim needs care in cloud.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (35–55 L)
Hiking Boots
Water
Offline Maps
Headlamp
Satellite Communicator
Whistle
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Sun Hat
Midlayer
Insulated Jacket
Hardshell Jacket
Warm Hat
Buff
Midweight Gloves
Trekking Poles
GPS Device
Power Bank
Water Filter
First-Aid Kit
Emergency Bivy
What to watch for
- Loose rock
- Slippery terrain
- Low visibility
- Remote location
Quests with Cona' Mheall
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Cona' Mheall?
Cona' Mheall is 3,209 feet (978 m) tall. It is in the Northwest Highlands, Scotland.
How does Cona' Mheall rank among the Munros?
At 3,209 feet, Cona' Mheall is the 175th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Cona' Mheall?
The Normal Route via Coire Ghranda Bealach is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 13 miles with 3,610 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Cona' Mheall?
Most people take 9 – 11 hours round trip on the Normal Route via Coire Ghranda Bealach, covering 13 miles with 3,610 feet of elevation gain. That is a long day, so start before dawn and set a turnaround time.
Can a beginner hike Cona' Mheall?
The Normal Route via Coire Ghranda Bealach needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 13 miles with 3,610 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.
When is the best time to hike Cona' Mheall?
The usual hiking window is May to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
Climb Cona' Mheall with Yak
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