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Meall an Dobharchain (The Sow of Atholl)

Corbett
Quick Facts
This is the height of the mountain above sea level. However, on the climb, it is the ascent that matters, i.e. the sum of all the uphill parts of the route.
Altitude
803 m (2634 ft)

This is the standard notation used on Ordnance Survey Landranger maps.

Each reference consists of two letters identifying a 100,000 metre square block then three digits defining the Easting and finally the three digits defining the Northing with reference to the South West corner of the block.

NN166712 is the grid reference for the summit of Ben Nevis. Where you are given the map number ( For Ben Nevis = 41) it is acceptable to omit the two initial letters e.g. 166712. (Instructions on how to read the references are given on the OS maps).

Grid Ref.
NN62487413
An indication of this mountains height rank within its class. Where two mountains share the same height they are ordered alphabetically.
Stature
156 of 221 Corbetts
The number of ascent routes currently available on Munromagic.
Routes
1
Mountain names are usually in Gaelic, the native language of the Scottish Highlands, or have been derived from the old Scots and Norse languages. We give the most commonly accepted meaning, but accept that some of these are disputed.
Meaning
Rounded hill of the watercress
 

The UK is covered by 204 Ordnance Survey Landranger 1:50,000 scale maps. Maps numbered 1 to 86 cover Scotland but for the highest mountains (Munros) only 23 maps are required. The name given roughly describes the area covered by the map.

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A description of the characteristics of the mountain including any hazards of which you should be aware.

  Description
Meall an Dobharchain, also known as the Sow of Atholl, is a steep conical peak to the E of Sgairneach Mhor (Munro).

These two peaks are connected at col (635m) and should be climbed together. The SE slopes are less steep and offer a short climb from Dalnaspidal Lodge on the A9.

Hazards you may encounter on Meall an Dobharchain (The Sow of Atholl) include
 Steep slopes on or near ascent routes.
 Stony/rocky Slopes on or near ascent routes.
 
General Considerations
 Temperature decreases by 1degree C for every 100m of ascent.
 Wind usually increases with altitude.
 Visibility can change markedly with cloud level.
 River/Stream levels can increase markedly in one day.

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Picture Gallery for Meall an Dobharchain (The Sow of Atholl)

Meall an Dobharchain with An Torc on the right 19/03/06

© Alistair Craig
Image by Alistair Craig

The Sow of Atholl from the slopes of Meall na Leitreach

© Alistair Craig
Image by Alistair Craig

The Sow seen from Meall na Leitreach

© David Peden
Image by David Peden
 

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  Weather & OS Maps
Southeastern Highlands
by MWIS (PDF format) 		Ben Alder
by Accuweather 		East Highlands
by Met Office 		Beinn Bheoil
by Metcheck
Meall an Dobharchain (The Sow of Atholl) Area Map
Legend  Munro  Corbett  Graham  English/Welsh Top  Accommodation

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  Where to Stay
Results by distance 'as the crow flies' from Meall an Dobharchain (The Sow of Atholl)
Please check the provision of roads in the area.
2.3 km
2 Station Cottages
Dalnaspidal, Perthshire
19.3 km
Crubenbeg Highland Holiday Cottages
Crubenbeg, Falls of Truim, Newtonmore
19.4 km
Crubenbeg House
Falls of Truim, Newtonmore,
27.4 km
Croft Holidays
Croft Dhu, Newtonmore
40.9 km
Tangusdale Holiday Cottage
Mandally Road Invergarry Inverness shire
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The summary information of one or more ascent routes that include Meall an Dobharchain (The Sow of Atholl).

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  Routes that include Meall an Dobharchain (The Sow of Atholl)
  Ascent Distance Time Including... Description Rating
1 416 m 6.34 km 2.5 hrs Meall an Dobharchain (The Sow of Atholl)  A very short ascent. For a longer day, combine this hill with Sgairneach Mhor or Meall na Leitreach which also starts from Dalnaspidal. Not Yet Rated 
 

Pictures submitted by members on the summit of Meall an Dobharchain (The Sow of Atholl)

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Cold at the top

© Alistair Craig
Image by Alistair Craig

David Peden, Myself and Tooty at summit , The Sow of Atholl 20/02/10

© John Donnelly
Image by John Donnelly

Summit of the Sow of Atholl

© John Henderson
Image by John Henderson

Heading up icy slopes on the Sow of Atholl.

© Neil MacLeod
Image by Neil MacLeod
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Chris Bowles
wrote on
September 7, 2009
Parking can be add opposite the entrance to Dalnaspidal Cottage. After taking the track down to Loch Garry one can begin a gradual ascent up the Sow. Although not too steep it was boggy and at times the heather is quite high making for awkward progress. The summit views are good and because one starts at around 400m it does not take long to reach the top. Climbed this hill with its opposite neighbour Meall na Leitreach.
 
 

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