Meall Greigh Mountain

Address: Meall Greigh, Perthshire, Scotland

Meall Greigh is a mountain in Perthshire, Scotland, classified as a Munro and forming part of the Central Highlands. It is a popular objective for hillwalkers and is often included in routes that link several nearby peaks.

The mountain features typical Scottish hill terrain with grassy slopes and rocky sections near the summit; routes approach from glens and high-level ridges. Weather can change quickly and walkers use standard hillwalking routes and safety practices.

Meall Greigh lies within the Scottish Highlands’ upland landscape, accessed from regional roads and nearby towns such as Aberfeldy and Perth, and forms part of the wider mountainous area used for outdoor recreation.

• Munro status: Classified as a Munro - a Scottish mountain over 3,000 feet - it is commonly climbed as part of multi-peak routes in the surrounding hills.

Common access routes start from Glen Lyon or nearby car parks on single-track roads from Perthshire towns. Local walking maps and mountain weather services are recommended.

• Start early to avoid afternoon cloud and to catch the long light across Glen Lyon.
• Combine Meall Greigh with neighbouring Munros for a longer ridge day if competent in navigation.
• Check for winter ice and bring crampons if snow is present; summer routes are straightforward but can be boggy.