Creag Mhor and Ben Armine
2 Grahams in Coigach, Assynt & Sutherland, climbed together from Altanduin.
- Distance
- 26 km
- Ascent
- 910 m
- Time
- 7.5–10 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 713 m
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About this walk
Creag Mhor and Ben Armine is a hard 26 km circular walk with 910 m of ascent, taking 7.5 to 10 hours. It starts at Altanduin (grid reference NC 807 260). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Creag Mhor at 713 m.
Creag Mhor and Ben Armine are Grahams in Coigach, Assynt & Sutherland, close enough to climb together. The higher, Creag Mhor, reaches 713 m (2,338 ft).
This route starts from Altanduin and crosses a lot of pathless hillside, so you'll need to navigate with a map and compass. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start. It's a long day: many people cycle any track at the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Altanduin, head across the hillside towards Creag Mhor.
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2
The summits
Climb Creag Mhor, then continue to Ben Armine.
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Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
713 m
705 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Creag Mhor and Ben Armine take?
- Most walkers take 7.5–10 hours for the 26 km route, which has 910 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 Altanduin (grid reference NC 807 260). 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?
- Creag Mhor (713 m, Graham); Ben Armine (705 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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