3,176 ft · Southern Highlands, Scotland
Meall Garbh
Meall Garbh is a 3,176 ft peak in the Southern Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Invervar Burn from Invervar: 9 mi, 2,690 ft of gain, Class 2.
Meall Garbh at a glance
- Elevation3,176 ft968 m
- RouteInvervar Burn from InvervarClass 2
- Distance9 mi2,690 ft gain
- Time6 – 8 hrsModerate effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeSouthern HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Invervar Burn from Invervar
From Aberfeldy, take the B846 to Keltneyburn and the minor road through Fortingall into Glen Lyon. A clearway covers the road around Invervar, so start from the Invervar layby just west of the clearway signs and walk back to the village. Take the gate signed for the Lint Mill and the track up the Invervar Burn, then climb to the broad col north of Carn Gorm and head northeast to the summit. Class 2. Usually part of the Carn Mairg round with Carn Gorm, Carn Mairg and Meall nan Aighean. Fence posts help in cloud, but the ground around the col is wet and featureless. Keep to the route on this estate.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (30–40 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
- Boggy terrain
- Low visibility
- Route-finding difficulty
- High winds
Quests with Meall Garbh
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Meall Garbh?
Meall Garbh is 3,176 feet (968 m) tall. It is in the Southern Highlands, Scotland.
How does Meall Garbh rank among the Munros?
At 3,176 feet, Meall Garbh is the 186th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Meall Garbh?
The Invervar Burn from Invervar is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort moderate: 9 miles with 2,690 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Meall Garbh?
Most people take 6 – 8 hours round trip on the Invervar Burn from Invervar, covering 9 miles with 2,690 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Meall Garbh?
Usually, if you are fit. The Invervar Burn from Invervar is a common first summit for hikers ready for 6 – 8 hours on their feet. Bring layers, food and water, and check the weather before you start.
When is the best time to hike Meall Garbh?
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 Meall Garbh with Yak
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