Cruach Innse and Sgurr Innse
2 Corbetts in Lochaber & Ben Nevis, climbed together from Inverroy.
- Distance
- 17.3 km
- Ascent
- 1020 m
- Time
- 5.5–7.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 857 m
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About this walk
Cruach Innse and Sgurr Innse is a hard 17.3 km circular walk with 1,020 m of ascent, taking 5.5 to 7.5 hours. It starts at Inverroy, Insh Road (grid reference NN 253 805). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Cruach Innse at 857 m.
Cruach Innse and Sgurr Innse are Corbetts in Lochaber & Ben Nevis, close enough to climb together. The higher, Cruach Innse, reaches 857 m (2,812 ft).
This route starts from Inverroy, Insh Road and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Inverroy, follow the path and tracks towards Cruach Innse.
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2
The summits
Climb Cruach Innse, then continue to Sgurr Innse.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
857 m
809 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Cruach Innse and Sgurr Innse take?
- Most walkers take 5.5–7.5 hours for the 17.3 km route, which has 1,020 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 Inverroy, Insh Road (grid reference NN 253 805). 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?
- Cruach Innse (857 m, Corbett); Sgurr Innse (809 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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