Carn nan Gabhar from Loch Moraig car park
An 1122 m Munro in Drumochter, Atholl & Glen Shee, climbed from Loch Moraig car park.
- Distance
- 22.4 km
- Ascent
- 860 m
- Time
- 6.5–9 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 1122 m
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About this walk
Carn nan Gabhar from Loch Moraig car park is a hard 22.4 km out-and-back walk with 860 m of ascent, taking 6.5 to 9 hours. It starts at Loch Moraig car park (grid reference NN 914 668). It climbs Carn nan Gabhar (Beinn a' Ghlo) (1,122 m), a Munro.
Carn nan Gabhar rises to 1,122 m in Drumochter, Atholl & Glen Shee, 3 km east of Braigh Coire Chruinn-bhalgain, high enough to be a Munro. It stands well clear of the hills around it, so the summit view is a wide one.
This route starts from Loch Moraig car park and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top. It's a long day: many people cycle any track at the start.
Route
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The approach
From Loch Moraig car park, follow the path and tracks towards Carn nan Gabhar.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Carn nan Gabhar.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
Carn nan Gabhar (Beinn a' Ghlo)
1122 m
Other routes up Beinn a' Ghlo - Carn nan Gabhar
Questions about this walk
- How long does Carn nan Gabhar from Loch Moraig car park take?
- Most walkers take 6.5–9 hours for the 22.4 km route, which has 860 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 Loch Moraig car park (grid reference NN 914 668). 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 nan Gabhar (Beinn a' Ghlo) (1122 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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