Beinn Mheadhoin from Coire na Ciste
An 1183 m Munro in Cairngorms, climbed from Coire na Ciste.
- Distance
- 20.4 km
- Ascent
- 1620 m
- Time
- 7.5–10 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 1183 m
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About this walk
Beinn Mheadhoin from Coire na Ciste is a hard 20.4 km out-and-back walk with 1,620 m of ascent, taking 7.5 to 10 hours. It starts at Coire na Ciste, Access path to Lower Car park / Adventure play (grid reference NH 988 060). It climbs Beinn Mheadhoin (1,183 m), a Munro.
Beinn Mheadhoin rises to 1,183 m in Cairngorms, 2 km west of Beinn a' Chaorainn, high enough to be a Munro.
From Coire na Ciste, Access path to Lower Car park / Adventure play, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground. It's a long day: many people cycle any track at the start.
Route
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The approach
From Coire na Ciste, follow the path and tracks towards Beinn Mheadhoin.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Beinn Mheadhoin.
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Return
Retrace your steps to the start.
Summit
1183 m
Other routes up Beinn Mheadhoin
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn Mheadhoin from Coire na Ciste take?
- Most walkers take 7.5–10 hours for the 20.4 km route, which has 1,620 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 na Ciste, Access path to Lower Car park / Adventure play (grid reference NH 988 060). 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. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Beinn Mheadhoin (1183 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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