An Socach from Glen Clunie
A long, flat-topped Munro reached up the Baddoch Burn from Glen Clunie.
- Distance
- 22.7 km
- Ascent
- 630 m
- Time
- 6–8.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 943 m
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About this walk
An Socach from Glen Clunie is a moderate 22.7 km out-and-back walk with 630 m of ascent, taking 6 to 8.5 hours. It starts at Glen Clunie, A93 (grid reference NO 145 848). It climbs An Socach (943 m), a Munro.
An Socach is a long, whaleback ridge between Glen Clunie and Glen Ey. The route follows a track up the Baddoch Burn from the A93, then climbs onto the ridge.
The summit is at the western end of the ridge.
Route
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1
The Baddoch Burn
Follow the track south-west up the Baddoch Burn.
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2
The ridge
Climb onto the ridge and follow it west to the summit. Head back the way you came.
Summit
943 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does An Socach from Glen Clunie take?
- Most walkers take 6–8.5 hours for the 22.7 km route, which has 630 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 Glen Clunie, A93 (grid reference NO 145 848). Lay-by parking on the A93 near the Baddoch track.
- 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 moderate. Estate track, then a broad, stony ridge.
- Which hill does it climb?
- An Socach (943 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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