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Schiehallion summit
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An evocatively named mountain of instantly recognisable contours that has beguiled walkers for centuries, hikes to Schiehallion’s historic summit take you to an icon of the Southeastern Highlands. A magnificent, …
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Trail Magazine
December 13, 2019
Hiking
From the west the mountain appears as an almost perfect pyramid. In reality it’s a long, tapered hill, which climbs smoothly and conveniently to a narrow, elevated summit. It was once used to weigh the world, fairies are rumoured to gather on its slopes, and it’s sometimes described as the centre of Scotland.
Chris
August 19, 2018
Hiking
Amazing views in good weather. Easy path 2/3 of the way up, turns very rocky at the top. I saw people with trainers on and wondered how they made it without turning an ankle.
51m
November 7, 2023
Running
Schiehallion is one of the most famous Munros and also one of the most straightforward (in good weather). The iconic cone shape visible from Loch Rannoch isn't so clear on …
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10.5km
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690m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Elevation 1,130 m
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