Askival and Ainshval
2 Corbetts in Mull, Arran & the Isles, climbed together from Kinloch, Rùm.
- Distance
- 16.6 km
- Ascent
- 1940 m
- Time
- 7–10 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 812 m
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About this walk
Askival and Ainshval is a hard 16.6 km circular walk with 1,940 m of ascent, taking 7 to 10 hours. It starts at Kinloch, Rùm (grid reference NM 401 997). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Askival at 812 m. The start can be reached by public transport.
Askival and Ainshval are Corbetts in Mull, Arran & the Isles, close enough to climb together. The higher, Askival, reaches 812 m (2,664 ft). It stands well clear of the hills around it, so the summit view is a wide one.
This route starts from Kinloch, Rùm and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Kinloch, follow the path and tracks towards Askival.
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2
The summits
Climb Askival, then continue to Ainshval.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
Questions about this walk
- How long does Askival and Ainshval take?
- Most walkers take 7–10 hours for the 16.6 km route, which has 1,940 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 Kinloch, Rùm (grid reference NM 401 997). Rùm is reached by the CalMac ferry from Mallaig, and visitors can't take cars.
- 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?
- Askival (812 m, Corbett); Ainshval (781 m, Corbett); Trollabhal (702 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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