Carn Dearg and Sgòr Gaibhre from Corrour
Two remote Munros above Loch Ossian, from the train at Corrour.
- Distance
- 20.5 km
- Ascent
- 1030 m
- Time
- 6.5–8.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 955 m
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About this walk
Carn Dearg and Sgòr Gaibhre from Corrour is a hard 20.5 km out-and-back walk with 1,030 m of ascent, taking 6.5 to 8.5 hours. It starts at Corrour station (grid reference NN 356 664). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Sgor Gaibhre at 955 m. The start can be reached by public transport.
These two rounded Munros lie east of Corrour, overlooking Loch Ossian and Rannoch Moor. The route follows the track past the youth hostel, then a path climbs to Carn Dearg.
A broad ridge leads on to Sgòr Gaibhre, and the route returns to the station. Plan around the trains.
Route
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1
Loch Ossian
Follow the track east past the youth hostel.
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2
Carn Dearg
Take the path south-east and climb to Carn Dearg.
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3
Sgòr Gaibhre
Follow the ridge south to Sgòr Gaibhre, then return to Corrour.
Summits
941 m
955 m
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Carn Dearg and Sgòr Gaibhre from Corrour take?
- Most walkers take 6.5–8.5 hours for the 20.5 km route, which has 1,030 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 Corrour station (grid reference NN 356 664). No public road: arrive by train.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- West Highland Line trains to Corrour. Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded hard. Track and path, then broad, grassy and boggy ridges.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Sgor Gaibhre (955 m, Munro); Carn Dearg (941 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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