Sgorach Mor, Cruach Neuran and Cruach nan Capull
3 Grahams in Cowal & Argyll Forest, climbed together from Clachaig.
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 1310 m
- Time
- 5.5–7.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 612 m
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About this walk
Sgorach Mor, Cruach Neuran and Cruach nan Capull is a hard 14 km circular walk with 1,310 m of ascent, taking 5.5 to 7.5 hours. It starts at Clachaig, B836 (grid reference NS 109 816). It climbs 3 listed hills, the highest Cruach nan Capull at 612 m.
Sgorach Mor, Cruach Neuran and Cruach nan Capull are Grahams in Cowal & Argyll Forest, close enough to climb together. The highest, Cruach nan Capull, reaches 612 m (2,008 ft).
From Clachaig, B836, 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 Clachaig, head across the hillside towards Sgorach Mor.
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2
The summits
Climb Sgorach Mor, then continue to Cruach Neuran and Cruach nan Capull.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
602 m
607 m
612 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgorach Mor, Cruach Neuran and Cruach nan Capull take?
- Most walkers take 5.5–7.5 hours for the 14 km route, which has 1,310 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 Clachaig, B836 (grid reference NS 109 816). 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?
- Cruach nan Capull (612 m, Graham); Cruach Neuran (607 m, Graham); Sgorach Mor (602 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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