Carn Dearg and Carn Dearg
2 Corbetts in Monadh Liath & Creag Meagaidh, climbed together from Brae Roy Lodge.
- Distance
- 15.9 km
- Ascent
- 820 m
- Time
- 5–7 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 817 m
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About this walk
Carn Dearg and Carn Dearg is a hard 15.9 km circular walk with 820 m of ascent, taking 5 to 7 hours. It starts at Brae Roy Lodge, Glenroy Road (grid reference NN 334 911). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Carn Dearg at 817 m.
Carn Dearg and Carn Dearg are Corbetts in Monadh Liath & Creag Meagaidh, close enough to climb together. The higher, Carn Dearg, reaches 817 m (2,679 ft).
From Brae Roy Lodge, Glenroy Road, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Brae Roy Lodge, follow the path and tracks towards Carn Dearg.
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2
The summits
Climb Carn Dearg, then continue to Carn Dearg.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
817 m
817 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Carn Dearg and Carn Dearg take?
- Most walkers take 5–7 hours for the 15.9 km route, which has 820 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 Brae Roy Lodge, Glenroy Road (grid reference NN 334 911). 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?
- Carn Dearg (817 m, Corbett); Carn Dearg (770 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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