Mealaisbhal facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mealaisbhal
Mealisval
Mealaisbhal
Highest point
Elevation	574 m (1,883 ft)
Prominence	519 m (1,703 ft)
Listing	Marilyn
Geography
Location	Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, Scotland
Parent range	Uig Hills
OS grid	NB022270
Topo map	OS Landranger 13

Mealaisbhal is a mountain in Scotland. It stands 574 meters (about 1,883 feet) tall. This makes it the highest peak on the Isle of Lewis. The Isle of Lewis is part of the Outer Hebrides, a group of islands off the west coast of Scotland.

Exploring Mealaisbhal

Mealaisbhal is a famous landmark on the Isle of Lewis. It is part of the Uig Hills. These hills are found on the western side of the island. The mountain offers amazing views from its top.

Where is Mealaisbhal?

This mountain is located on the Isle of Lewis. This island is the largest in the Outer Hebrides. The Outer Hebrides are a chain of islands in the Atlantic Ocean. Mealaisbhal is found on the west coast of Lewis.

Climbing the Mountain

Many people enjoy climbing Mealaisbhal. The most common way to climb it is from the small village of Brenish. This village is close to the mountain's base. The climb can be a fun adventure.

What's the View Like?

From the top of Mealaisbhal, you can see far and wide. Looking west, you'll see the vast North Atlantic Ocean. On a clear day, you might even spot the Flannan Isles. Even further away, you might see the remote islands of St Kilda, Scotland. It's a truly breathtaking sight!

The Landscape Around Mealaisbhal

The lower parts of Mealaisbhal are covered in heather. This plant gives the landscape a purple color when it blooms. As you get closer to the top, the ground changes. It becomes rocky with many large boulders.

Around the base of the mountain, there are several small lakes, called lochs. The Brenish River also flows from one of these lochs. It winds its way through the village of Brenish and then into the bay. This mix of heather, rocks, lochs, and rivers makes the area very beautiful.