Ben Hope
The most northerly Munro, rising steeply above Strath More with views to the north coast.
- Distance
- 10 km
- Ascent
- 1210 m
- Time
- 4.5–6 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 927 m
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About this walk
Ben Hope is a moderate 10 km out-and-back walk with 1,210 m of ascent, taking 4.5 to 6 hours. It starts at Strath More road, near Alltnacaillich (grid reference NC 450 474). It climbs Ben Hope (927 m), a Munro.
Ben Hope is the most northerly Munro, a steep-sided mountain above Strath More. The path climbs beside a burn and up a steep, broken slope to the summit ridge.
From the top, the views reach the north coast and the Orkney hills on a clear day.
Route
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1
Up the burn
Follow the path up beside the burn.
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The summit
Climb the steep slope to the ridge and the summit. Return by the same route.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Ben Hope take?
- Most walkers take 4.5–6 hours for the 10 km route, which has 1,210 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 Strath More road, near Alltnacaillich (grid reference NC 450 474). Small parking area by the road.
- 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 moderate. Steep, eroded path; rocky in places.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Ben Hope (927 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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