Description
Schiehallion is a prominent cone-shaped mountain in the Breadalbane region of the Scottish Highlands. It rises to 1,083 metres. Schiehallion has all the typical Scottish upland birds: Meadow Pipit, Northern Wheatear, Eurasian Skylark, Short-eared Owl, Hen Harrier, Golden Eagle, Eurasian Kestrel, Merlin, Peregrine Falcon, Red Kite, Hooded Crow, Common Raven, Red Grouse, Black Grouse and Ring Ouzel. Snow Bunting and Willow Ptarmigan above 2,000ft/900m. Apparently, no Dotterel.
Details
Access
Car park at Braes of Foss. 10 miles north of Aberfeldy on B846, then left on minor road. Walk to summit is 2.8 miles (4.5 km) each way. Prepare for the high ground: wear stout boots, warm waterproof clothing, check weather forecast, carry food, water, charged mobile phone.


