Beinn Liath Mhòr and Sgòrr Ruadh
A rugged round of two Coulin Munros from Achnashellach station.
- Distance
- 15.3 km
- Ascent
- 1220 m
- Time
- 5.5–7.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 961 m
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About this walk
Beinn Liath Mhòr and Sgòrr Ruadh is a hard 15.3 km circular walk with 1,220 m of ascent, taking 5.5 to 7.5 hours. It starts at Achnashellach station (grid reference NH 002 484). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Sgorr Ruadh at 961 m. The start can be reached by public transport.
From Achnashellach station, a path climbs through the forest and up the Coire Lair. The route climbs Beinn Liath Mhòr's long quartzite ridge, then crosses to Sgòrr Ruadh, whose sandstone summit looks over a wild landscape of lochans.
The descent returns down Coire Lair.
Route
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1
Coire Lair
Climb the path through the forest into Coire Lair.
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2
Beinn Liath Mhòr
Climb onto the long ridge and follow it to the summit.
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3
Sgòrr Ruadh
Cross to Sgòrr Ruadh and descend back down Coire Lair.
Summits
926 m
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn Liath Mhòr and Sgòrr Ruadh take?
- Most walkers take 5.5–7.5 hours for the 15.3 km route, which has 1,220 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 Achnashellach station (grid reference NH 002 484). Small parking area by the A890 near the station.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Trains on the Kyle line stop at Achnashellach on request. Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded hard. Good paths in the corrie; rough quartzite ridge; steep, rocky slopes.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Sgorr Ruadh (961 m, Munro); Beinn Liath Mhor (926 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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