Beinn na Caillich and Beinn Dearg Mhor
2 Grahams in Isle of Skye, climbed together from Old Corry.
- Distance
- 7.8 km
- Ascent
- 1000 m
- Time
- 3.5–5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 732 m
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About this walk
Beinn na Caillich and Beinn Dearg Mhor is a hard 7.8 km circular walk with 1,000 m of ascent, taking 3.5 to 5 hours. It starts at Old Corry, Corrie Road (grid reference NG 619 227). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Beinn na Caillich at 732 m.
Beinn na Caillich and Beinn Dearg Mhor are Grahams in Isle of Skye, close enough to climb together. The higher, Beinn na Caillich, reaches 732 m (2,402 ft). It stands well clear of the hills around it, so the summit view is a wide one.
This route starts from Old Corry, Corrie Road and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Old Corry, follow the path and tracks towards Beinn na Caillich.
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2
The summits
Climb Beinn na Caillich, then continue to Beinn Dearg Mhor.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
732 m
709 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn na Caillich and Beinn Dearg Mhor take?
- Most walkers take 3.5–5 hours for the 7.8 km route, which has 1,000 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 Old Corry, Corrie Road (grid reference NG 619 227). 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 hills does it climb?
- Beinn na Caillich (732 m, Graham); Beinn Dearg Mhor (709 m, Graham).
- 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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