Beinn Dearg and its neighbours from Inverlael
Four Munros around the head of Gleann na Squaib, including Beinn Dearg with its long stone dyke.
- Distance
- 28 km
- Ascent
- 1560 m
- Time
- 9–12.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 1084 m
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About this walk
Beinn Dearg and its neighbours from Inverlael is a hard 28 km circular walk with 1,560 m of ascent, taking 9 to 12.5 hours. It starts at Inverlael, A835 (grid reference NH 182 853). It climbs 4 listed hills, the highest Beinn Dearg at 1,084 m.
From Inverlael at the head of Loch Broom, the route follows forest tracks and a path up Gleann na Squaib. It climbs Eididh nan Clach Geala and Meall nan Ceapraichean, then crosses to Cona' Mheall.
Beinn Dearg is reached by following an old stone dyke up its slopes. The route returns down Gleann na Squaib.
Route
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1
Gleann na Squaib
Follow the tracks and path east up the glen.
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2
The northern pair
Climb Eididh nan Clach Geala and Meall nan Ceapraichean.
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3
Cona' Mheall and Beinn Dearg
Cross to Cona' Mheall, then follow the dyke up Beinn Dearg and descend to the glen.
Summits
927 m
977 m
978 m
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn Dearg and its neighbours from Inverlael take?
- Most walkers take 9–12.5 hours for the 28 km route, which has 1,560 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 Inverlael, A835 (grid reference NH 182 853). Forestry car park at Inverlael.
- 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. Forest tracks and a glen path; rough, rocky ridges; bouldery summits.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Beinn Dearg (1084 m, Munro); Cona' Mheall (978 m, Munro); Meall nan Ceapraichean (977 m, Munro); Eididh nan Clach Geala (927 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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