Am Basteir from Mointeach Mararaulin
A 934 m Munro in Isle of Skye, climbed from Mointeach Mararaulin.
- Distance
- 12.2 km
- Ascent
- 1020 m
- Time
- 4.5–6 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 934 m
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About this walk
Am Basteir from Mointeach Mararaulin is a hard 12.2 km out-and-back walk with 1,020 m of ascent, taking 4.5 to 6 hours. It starts at Mointeach Mararaulin (grid reference NG 424 259). It climbs Am Basteir (934 m), a Munro.
Am Basteir is a 934 m Munro in Isle of Skye, 1 km east of Bruach na Frithe.
This route starts from Mointeach Mararaulin and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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The approach
From Mointeach Mararaulin, follow the path and tracks towards Am Basteir.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Am Basteir.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
934 m
On the way
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Fairy PoolsWaterfall · 400 m from the route
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Am Basteir from Mointeach Mararaulin take?
- Most walkers take 4.5–6 hours for the 12.2 km route, which has 1,020 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Mointeach Mararaulin (grid reference NG 424 259). Park considerately off the road; don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded hard. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Bruach na Frithe (959 m, Munro); Am Basteir (934 m, Munro).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Deer stalking takes place on these hills from mid-August to October. Stick to the main paths and check Heading for the Scottish Hills before you go.
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