Beinn Bhan and Sgurr a' Chaorachain
2 Corbetts in Torridon & Applecross, climbed together from Coire nan Cuileag.
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 900 m
- Time
- 4.5–6 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 896 m
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About this walk
Beinn Bhan and Sgurr a' Chaorachain is a hard 13 km circular walk with 900 m of ascent, taking 4.5 to 6 hours. It starts at Coire nan Cuileag, Bealach na Bà (grid reference NG 773 427). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Beinn Bhan at 896 m.
Beinn Bhan and Sgurr a' Chaorachain are Corbetts in Torridon & Applecross, close enough to climb together. The higher, Beinn Bhan, reaches 896 m (2,939 ft). It stands well clear of the hills around it, so the summit view is a wide one.
This route starts from Coire nan Cuileag, Bealach na Bà and crosses a lot of pathless hillside, so you'll need to navigate with a map and compass. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Coire nan Cuileag, head across the hillside towards Beinn Bhan.
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2
The summits
Climb Beinn Bhan, then continue to Sgurr a' Chaorachain.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
896 m
793 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn Bhan and Sgurr a' Chaorachain take?
- Most walkers take 4.5–6 hours for the 13 km route, which has 900 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 Coire nan Cuileag, Bealach na Bà (grid reference NG 773 427). 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 hills does it climb?
- Beinn Bhan (896 m, Corbett); Sgurr a' Chaorachain (793 m, Corbett).
- 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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