Gairich from Loch Quoich
A shapely, isolated Munro south of Loch Quoich, up a long ridge from the dam.
- Distance
- 9.3 km
- Ascent
- 780 m
- Time
- 3.5–4.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 919 m
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About this walk
Gairich from Loch Quoich is a hard 9.3 km out-and-back walk with 780 m of ascent, taking 3.5 to 4.5 hours. It starts at Loch Quoich dam (grid reference NH 037 023). It climbs Gairich (919 m), a Munro.
From the Loch Quoich dam, a path follows the loch shore and crosses boggy ground to the long ridge of Druim na Geid. The ridge leads to a steeper, rocky final climb to Gairich's summit.
The summit looks west into the Rough Bounds of Knoydart.
Route
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1
Along the loch
Cross the dam and follow the path south-west across boggy ground.
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2
Druim na Geid
Climb the long ridge to the steep final section and the summit. Come back down the way you came.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Gairich from Loch Quoich take?
- Most walkers take 3.5–4.5 hours for the 9.3 km route, which has 780 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 Quoich dam (grid reference NH 037 023). Roadside parking near the dam on the Kinloch Hourn road.
- 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. Boggy path, then a long ridge with a steep, rocky finish.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Gairich (919 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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