An Stac from Road to the Isles lay-by
A 718 m Graham in Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, climbed from Road to the Isles lay-by over largely pathless ground.
- Distance
- 17.2 km
- Ascent
- 1460 m
- Time
- 6.5–9 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 718 m
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About this walk
An Stac from Road to the Isles lay-by is a hard 17.2 km out-and-back walk with 1,460 m of ascent, taking 6.5 to 9 hours. It starts at Road to the Isles lay-by, Road to the Isles (grid reference NM 874 817). It climbs An Stac (718 m), a Graham.
An Stac rises to 718 m in Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, 4 km west of Sgurr nan Coireachan, high enough to be a Graham.
This route starts from Road to the Isles lay-by, Road to the Isles and crosses a lot of pathless hillside, so you'll need to navigate with a map and compass.
Route
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1
The approach
From Road to the Isles lay-by, head across the hillside towards An Stac.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of An Stac.
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3
Return
Retrace your steps to the start.
Summit
718 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does An Stac from Road to the Isles lay-by take?
- Most walkers take 6.5–9 hours for the 17.2 km route, which has 1,460 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 Road to the Isles lay-by, Road to the Isles (grid reference NM 874 817). 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. Largely pathless hillside: rough, steep and boggy in places.
- Which hill does it climb?
- An Stac (718 m, Graham).
- 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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