Sgairneach Mhor from Drumochter Summit
A 991 m Munro in Drumochter, Atholl & Glen Shee, climbed from Drumochter Summit.
- Distance
- 10.9 km
- Ascent
- 650 m
- Time
- 3.5–5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 991 m
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About this walk
Sgairneach Mhor from Drumochter Summit is a hard 10.9 km out-and-back walk with 650 m of ascent, taking 3.5 to 5 hours. It starts at Drumochter Summit (grid reference NN 632 752). It climbs Sgairneach Mhor (991 m), a Munro.
Sgairneach Mhor rises to 991 m in Drumochter, Atholl & Glen Shee, 2 km east of Beinn Udlamain, high enough to be a Munro.
From Drumochter Summit, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground.
Route
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1
The approach
From Drumochter Summit, follow the path and tracks towards Sgairneach Mhor.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Sgairneach Mhor.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
991 m
Other routes up Sgairneach Mhor
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgairneach Mhor from Drumochter Summit take?
- Most walkers take 3.5–5 hours for the 10.9 km route, which has 650 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 Drumochter Summit (grid reference NN 632 752). 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?
- Sgairneach Mhor (991 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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