Fort Augustus Hard

Carn a' Chuilinn from Fort Augustus

Bagging route Corbett Out and back

An 817 m Corbett in Monadh Liath & Creag Meagaidh, climbed from Fort Augustus.

Distance
16.5 km
Ascent
730 m
Time
5–7 h
Grade
Hard
Route
Out and back
High point
817 m
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About this walk

Carn a' Chuilinn from Fort Augustus is a hard 16.5 km out-and-back walk with 730 m of ascent, taking 5 to 7 hours. It starts at Fort Augustus, B862 (grid reference NH 400 090). It climbs Carn a' Chuilinn (817 m), a Corbett.

At 817 m (2,679 ft), Carn a' Chuilinn is one of the Corbetts of Monadh Liath & Creag Meagaidh, standing 14 km north-west of Carn Liath.

This route starts from Fort Augustus, B862 and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.

Great views Dog friendly

Route

  1. 1

    The approach

    From Fort Augustus, follow the path and tracks towards Carn a' Chuilinn.

  2. 2

    The summit

    Climb to the summit of Carn a' Chuilinn.

  3. 3

    Return

    Retrace your steps to the start.

Summit

Corbett Marilyn

Questions about this walk

How long does Carn a' Chuilinn from Fort Augustus take?
Most walkers take 5–7 hours for the 16.5 km route, which has 730 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 Fort Augustus, B862 (grid reference NH 400 090). 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?
Carn a' Chuilinn (817 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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