Goatfell, Beinn Tarsuinn and Cir Mhor
3 Corbetts in Mull, Arran & the Isles, climbed together from Corrie.
- Distance
- 20.7 km
- Ascent
- 1680 m
- Time
- 7.5–10.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 875 m
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About this walk
Goatfell, Beinn Tarsuinn and Cir Mhor is a hard 20.7 km circular walk with 1,680 m of ascent, taking 7.5 to 10.5 hours. It starts at Corrie (grid reference NS 022 423). It climbs 3 listed hills, the highest Goatfell at 875 m.
Goatfell, Beinn Tarsuinn and Cir Mhor are Corbetts in Mull, Arran & the Isles, close enough to climb together. The highest, Goatfell, reaches 875 m (2,871 ft). It stands well clear of the hills around it, so the summit view is a wide one.
This route starts from Corrie 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. It's a long day: many people cycle any track at the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Corrie, follow the path and tracks towards Goatfell.
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The summits
Climb Goatfell, then continue to Beinn Tarsuinn and Cir Mhor.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
Questions about this walk
- How long does Goatfell, Beinn Tarsuinn and Cir Mhor take?
- Most walkers take 7.5–10.5 hours for the 20.7 km route, which has 1,680 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 Corrie (grid reference NS 022 423). 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?
- Goatfell (875 m, Corbett); Beinn Tarsuinn (826 m, Corbett); Cir Mhor (798 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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