Beinn Bhreac-liath and Beinn Udlaidh
2 Corbetts in Glen Coe, climbed together from Arichastlich.
- Distance
- 12.1 km
- Ascent
- 960 m
- Time
- 4.5–6 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 840 m
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About this walk
Beinn Bhreac-liath and Beinn Udlaidh is a hard 12.1 km circular walk with 960 m of ascent, taking 4.5 to 6 hours. It starts at Arichastlich, B8074 (grid reference NN 260 347). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Beinn Udlaidh at 840 m.
Beinn Bhreac-liath and Beinn Udlaidh are Corbetts in Glen Coe, close enough to climb together. The higher, Beinn Udlaidh, reaches 840 m (2,757 ft).
This route starts from Arichastlich, B8074 and crosses a lot of pathless hillside, so you'll need to navigate with a map and compass. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Arichastlich, head across the hillside towards Beinn Bhreac-liath.
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2
The summits
Climb Beinn Bhreac-liath, then continue to Beinn Udlaidh.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
802 m
840 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn Bhreac-liath and Beinn Udlaidh take?
- Most walkers take 4.5–6 hours for the 12.1 km route, which has 960 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 Arichastlich, B8074 (grid reference NN 260 347). 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 hills does it climb?
- Beinn Udlaidh (840 m, Corbett); Beinn Bhreac-liath (802 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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