Heacla from Loch Sgiopoirt
A 607 m Graham in Mull, Arran & the Isles, climbed from Loch Sgiopoirt over largely pathless ground.
- Distance
- 12.2 km
- Ascent
- 700 m
- Time
- 4–5.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 607 m
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About this walk
Heacla from Loch Sgiopoirt is a hard 12.2 km out-and-back walk with 700 m of ascent, taking 4 to 5.5 hours. It starts at Loch Sgiopoirt (grid reference NF 826 385). It climbs Heacla (607 m), a Graham.
At 607 m (1,990 ft), Heacla is one of the Grahams of Mull, Arran & the Isles.
From Loch Sgiopoirt, much of the way is over open hillside with no path: pick your line with a map and compass.
Route
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The approach
From Loch Sgiopoirt, head across the hillside towards Heacla.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Heacla.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
607 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Heacla from Loch Sgiopoirt take?
- Most walkers take 4–5.5 hours for the 12.2 km route, which has 700 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 Sgiopoirt (grid reference NF 826 385). 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 hill does it climb?
- Heacla (607 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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