An Socach from River Affric car park
A 920 m Munro in Kintail & Glen Affric, climbed from River Affric car park.
- Distance
- 27.8 km
- Ascent
- 1020 m
- Time
- 8–11 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 920 m
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About this walk
An Socach from River Affric car park is a hard 27.8 km out-and-back walk with 1,020 m of ascent, taking 8 to 11 hours. It starts at River Affric car park (grid reference NH 177 225). It climbs An Socach (920 m), a Munro.
At 920 m (3,017 ft), An Socach is one of the Munros of Kintail & Glen Affric, standing 3 km south of Mullach na Dheiragain.
From River Affric car park, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground. It's a long day: many people cycle any track at the start.
Route
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The approach
From River Affric car park, follow the path and tracks towards An Socach.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of An Socach.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
920 m
Other routes up An Socach
Questions about this walk
- How long does An Socach from River Affric car park take?
- Most walkers take 8–11 hours for the 27.8 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 River Affric car park (grid reference NH 177 225). 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 hill does it climb?
- An Socach (920 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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Walks nearby
All walks near Shiel Bridge
An Socach, Mullach na Dheiragain and Sgùrr nan Ceathreamhnan
Glen Affric
39.7 km · 1910 m · 12–16.5 h
