Beinn Maol Chaluim from Coire nan Easan
A 906 m Corbett in Glen Coe, climbed from Coire nan Easan over largely pathless ground.
- Distance
- 6.9 km
- Ascent
- 830 m
- Time
- 3–4 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 906 m
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About this walk
Beinn Maol Chaluim from Coire nan Easan is a hard 6.9 km out-and-back walk with 830 m of ascent, taking 3 to 4 hours. It starts at Coire nan Easan, Glen Etive Road (grid reference NN 157 508). It climbs Beinn Maol Chaluim (906 m), a Corbett.
At 906 m (2,973 ft), Beinn Maol Chaluim is one of the Corbetts of Glen Coe, standing 2 km south-west of Bidean nam Bian. It falls just short of Munro height, so it's often quieter than its neighbours for much the same view.
From Coire nan Easan, Glen Etive Road, much of the way is over open hillside with no path: pick your line with a map and compass.
Route
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1
The approach
From Coire nan Easan, head across the hillside towards Beinn Maol Chaluim.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Beinn Maol Chaluim.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
906 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn Maol Chaluim from Coire nan Easan take?
- Most walkers take 3–4 hours for the 6.9 km route, which has 830 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 Easan, Glen Etive Road (grid reference NN 157 508). 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?
- Beinn Maol Chaluim (906 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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