Corra-bheinn and Cruach Choireadail
2 Grahams in Mull, Arran & the Isles, climbed together from Derrynaculen.
- Distance
- 7.8 km
- Ascent
- 920 m
- Time
- 3.5–4.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 705 m
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About this walk
Corra-bheinn and Cruach Choireadail is a hard 7.8 km circular walk with 920 m of ascent, taking 3.5 to 4.5 hours. It starts at Derrynaculen, A849 (grid reference NM 570 305). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Corra-bheinn at 705 m.
Corra-bheinn and Cruach Choireadail are Grahams in Mull, Arran & the Isles, close enough to climb together. The higher, Corra-bheinn, reaches 705 m (2,312 ft).
From Derrynaculen, A849, much of the way is over open hillside with no path: pick your line with a map and compass. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Derrynaculen, head across the hillside towards Corra-bheinn.
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2
The summits
Climb Corra-bheinn, then continue to Cruach Choireadail.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
705 m
618 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Corra-bheinn and Cruach Choireadail take?
- Most walkers take 3.5–4.5 hours for the 7.8 km route, which has 920 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 Derrynaculen, A849 (grid reference NM 570 305). 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. Largely pathless hillside: rough, steep and boggy in places.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Corra-bheinn (705 m, Graham); Cruach Choireadail (618 m, Graham).
- 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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