30 Great Munros Near Dundee Within a Two-Hour Drive

There are a handful of easy and straightforward Munro walking routes. I have listed 30 Munros near Dundee that are within two hours’ driving time from the city. 

Some are the most demanding and challenging. Also, there are a few circuits below where you can bag more than one Munro at a time.

The routes are listed below, with the closest Munros listed first. Dundee is Scotland’s fourth largest city and is located on the banks of the River Tay.

The city is close to the Cairngorm National Park. Also, there is a wide selection of Munros in rural Perthshire to choose from.

Munros are mountains in Scotland which stand at a height of at least 3,000 feet or 914 metres above sea level. Ticking off a Munro is a must-do activity during your time in Scotland. 

Glas Tulaichean & Carn an Righ

Glas Tulaichean and Carn an Righ lie out in the empty lands of the Mouth between Beinn a’Ghlo and Glenshee.

There is a clear land rover track almost all the way to the dome summit of Glas Tulaichean. Yet, Carn an Righ is further out and is much wilder and more remote.

Mayar and Driesh

The easiest route to bag these two Munros is from Glen Doll Car park. There are fine tracks which lead you through the forest. Also, the track leads your through Corrie Fee Nature Reserve.

During the ascent to Mayar, you find a wonderful waterfall. Also, amazing views are looking back down the glen.

Driesh is one of the most well-known Munros for residents of Dundee. A car parking fee applies at the Glen Doll car park. 

Glenshee 9 (Cairnwell 3/ Glas Maol Circuit)

Cairnwell 3

The Glenshee Ski Centre is located 650 metres above sea level. There is a large car park here and a cafe which is a great starting point to bag multiple Munros.

The Cairnwell, Carn Aosda and Càrn a’Ghèoidh are located on the west side of the Cairnwell Pass. Usually, these three Munros are bagged together and can be completed by beginners.

The Carn Aosda and the Cairnwell are marked by Ski runs. They are easy to navigate as there are large stone paths right to the summit. Also, there is a ski lift going up the Cairnwell.

Càrn a’Ghèoidh is located further west and is a little more remote.

Glas Maol Circuit

On the east side of the Cairnwell Pass are an additional 6 Munros to bag. Four of these Munros are usually bagged together and are known as the Glas Maol circuit.

The highest of the six Munros on this side is Glas Maol. Càrn an Tuirc, Cairn of Claise, Glas Maol and Creag Leacach are four Munros that are mostly bagged together due to the little descent between the summits. 

Tom Buidhe and Tolmount are usually two Munros which are bagged together. They can be ascended from Glen Callater, Glen Doll or from the Cairnwell Pass with the Glas Maol Circuit as suggested here. 

There is a car parking charge for Glenshee Ski Centre. This can be booked and paid for online.

If you are tackling the Glas Maol circuit and wish to park in the layby, this is free but parking is limited. 

Beinn a’Ghlo

Beinn a’Ghlo is a massive and complex mountain range towering above Blair Atholl and Glen Tilt.

Carn Liath is a fine conical shape and the most southerly and easy Munro to climb in Beinn a’Ghlo. There is a 640 metres ascent to the top, with obvious tracks and paths along the way.  

For more confident or experienced walkers with good navigation skills. Head to the other Munros of Bragh Coire chruinn-bhalgain and Carn nan Gabhar for an enjoyable day hiking.

Mount Keen

Mount Keen is the most easterly of all the Munros in Scotland. It is located on the fringes of the Cairngorms National Park.

The easiest route to get to Mount Keen from Glen Esk, going through Glen Mark.

On route, the paths pass the ‘Queen’s Well’ and lead up to excellent paths which go to Mount Keen’s summit. There is a small parking area at Glen Esk, parking here is free.

Ben Chonzie 

Ben Chonzie sites in the Southern Highlands of Perthshire, near Crieff. There are various routes to get to the peak. Starting points include Sma’Glen, Glen Turret and Glen Lednock.

Glen Lednock is the easiest route, there are fine tracks and fence posts all the way to the summit cairn.

Or, keen walkers can get to the summit from Loch Turret, this route also covers the neighbouring Corbett peak of Auchnafree Hill. 

There is limited parking for Glen Lednock, approximately there are a dozen spaces. Again, this car park fills up pretty quickly so make sure to get there early. Parking here is free.

Ben Vorlich and Stuc a’Chroin

Ben Vorlich and Stùc a’ Chròin are two Munros on the southern fringe of the Highlands. The route begins at Ardvorlich on the southern shores of Loch Earn.

There is a clear path straight up to Ben Vorlich which is one of the easier Munros to bag. Close to the Highland Boundary, it gives excellent views across the Lowlands.

The ascent to Stùc a’ Chròin is a bit trickier. First, from Ben Vorlich you have to descend 300 metres. Then to get to the summit of Stùc a’ Chròin there is a bit of easy rock scrambling involved.

But, you can a different ascent if you do not fancy a bit of rock scrambling. The path back from Stùc a’ Chròin to Ardvorlich is very marshy and can be difficult to follow as it is quite muddy. 

Parking is limited for this Munro, there is a large layby on the banks of Loch Earn. Yet, this tends to fill up quickly.

Schiehallion

The Schiehallion is a distinctive conical shape Munro which stands alone. The John Muir Trust own much of the land around Schiehallion. An excellent path has ben made for the first 800 metres.

The last 200 metres involve climbing over large boulders and small stones. It is rough terrain.

From the peak, enjoy awe-inspiring views out across Perthshire and Rannoch Moor. This is a very popular Munro and the car park at the Braes of Foss is usually full.

There is an overspill car park which adds fifteen minutes to your walk. A car parking fee is applied to both car parks.

Glen Lyon Munros

The four Munros on the north side of Glen Lyon lie on a mostly very broad and undulating ridge. There are excellent views on offer across the Lawers range and over Loch Rannoch.

This route is best walked anti-clockwise so the views of mountainous western Scotland are in front.

There is a small car parking area. If it is closed or full there is a large lay by over a kilometre from Invervar.

Ben Lawers 7

Ben Lawers is the 10th highest mountain in the UK and it is the highest in the Southern Highlands. There are seven Munros in this range that are quite close together.

Experienced or keen walkers can complete this whole circuit in one day. Or, the seven Munros can be taken in four smaller routes.

The peak is located west of the car park and can be completed as part of a ridge transverse.

Meall a Choire Leith and Meall Corranaich are often bagged together. The starting part for these two Munros is in a lay-by next to a cairn. Not far from the top of Loch na Lairige Reservoir.

Beinn Ghlas and Ben Lawers are often bagged together. Moreover, An Stuc, Meall Garbh and Meall Greigh are often bagged together from a Lawers Hotel car park. 

Ben Lawers peak is a very rewarding one, there are excellent views across Loch Tay. Next to An Stuc, there are very rewarding views down to Lochan nan Cat. There is a car parking fee at Ben Lawers Car Park. 

Meall nan Tarmachan

Meall nan Tarmachan is the most westerly peak in the Ben Lawers Range. Also, Meall nan Tarmachan is the most easterly peak on a fine circular ridge walk above Loch Tay.

It is probably the easiest peak to climb in the Ben Lawers Range. For beginners, there is a quick route to the top from the Lochan na Lairige Reservoir.

Or, there is a path to follow from Ben Lawers Car Park. 

What is the closest Munro to Dundee?

The closest Munro to Dundee is Driesh. Driesh is a very popular Munro for Dundonians to bag. It is often bagged with its Munro partner – Mayar.

The route starts at Glen Doll car park and then follows through forestry to Glen Doll Nature Reserve. It is a very rewarding and enjoyable walk to do. Glen Doll car park is an hour’s drive from Dundee.

What is the easiest Munro to climb in Scotland?

The easiest Munro in Scotland to climb is Mount Keen. Mount Keen is the most easterly Munro and is located in the Cairngorms National Park.

There is a small parking area in Glen Esk. The route follows through the valley at Glen Mark. On route, you will pass the Queen Well before starting the sharp and steady ascent to the peak.

Mount Keen is one of the easiest Munros to walk, you might see people attempting to cycle to the top!

Final Note

This post lists the closest Munros to Dundee, all of which are within a two-hour drive from Dundee. Some of the easiest Munro routes are located near Dundee.

The Cairnwell 9, Ben Lawers 7, Glen Lyon Circuit and Beinn a’Ghlo are all Munro circuits near Dundee. These circuits allow you can bag three or more Munros in one walk.

The closest and most popular routes where two Munros can be bagged at once are Mayar and Dreish, Ben Vorlich and Stuc a’Chroin and Glas Tulaichean and Carn an Righ.

Grab breakfast or brunch at one of the top locations in Dundee before you set off. There are many lovely villages along the way in Angus to grab supplies.

Before embarking on a walk up a Munro make sure you are well-prepared. Suitable footwear is required.

Make sure to pack plenty of water and snacks. Also, make sure you have a map, a compass and your phone is fully charged.

Some loose change will be required to pay for parking. Yet, some destinations do accept card payments nowadays. 

The Highlands of Scotland have the highest proportion of Munros. Look at the guides for Munros near Oban, Munros near Fort William and Munros near Ullapool.

For more Munro bagging ideas please visit: Munro Map