Geal-charn from Balsporran Cottages
A 917 m Munro in Drumochter, Atholl & Glen Shee, climbed from Balsporran Cottages.
- Distance
- 11.4 km
- Ascent
- 490 m
- Time
- 3.5–4.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 917 m
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About this walk
Geal-charn from Balsporran Cottages is a hard 11.4 km out-and-back walk with 490 m of ascent, taking 3.5 to 4.5 hours. It starts at Balsporran Cottages (grid reference NN 626 791). It climbs Geal-charn (917 m), a Munro.
Geal-charn is a 917 m Munro in Drumochter, Atholl & Glen Shee, 2 km north-west of A' Mharconaich.
From Balsporran Cottages, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground.
Route
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The approach
From Balsporran Cottages, follow the path and tracks towards Geal-charn.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Geal-charn.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
917 m
Other routes up Geal-charn
Questions about this walk
- How long does Geal-charn from Balsporran Cottages take?
- Most walkers take 3.5–4.5 hours for the 11.4 km route, which has 490 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 Balsporran Cottages (grid reference NN 626 791). 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 hill does it climb?
- Geal-charn (917 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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