Sgòr Gaoith and Mullach Clach a' Bhlàir
A dramatic edge above Loch Einich and the wide Mòine Mhòr plateau, from Glen Feshie.
- Distance
- 29.9 km
- Ascent
- 1020 m
- Time
- 8.5–11.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 1116 m
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About this walk
Sgòr Gaoith and Mullach Clach a' Bhlàir is a hard 29.9 km circular walk with 1,020 m of ascent, taking 8.5 to 11.5 hours. It starts at Achlean, Glen Feshie (grid reference NN 848 989). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Sgor Gaoith at 1,116 m.
From Achlean in Glen Feshie, a good path climbs Carn Bàn Mòr onto the western Cairngorm plateau. Sgòr Gaoith's summit sits right on the edge of a huge drop to Loch Einich, one of the best viewpoints in the Cairngorms.
The route crosses the Mòine Mhòr, 'the great moss', to Mullach Clach a' Bhlàir and returns to Glen Feshie. The Cairngorm plateau is the most arctic environment in Britain: storms arrive quickly, there's little shelter and navigation in cloud or snow is very hard. Check the Mountain Weather Information Service before you go.
Route
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1
Carn Bàn Mòr
Climb the path from Achlean onto Carn Bàn Mòr.
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2
Sgòr Gaoith
Walk north along the edge to Sgòr Gaoith, above Loch Einich.
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3
Mullach Clach a' Bhlàir
Cross the Mòine Mhòr to Mullach Clach a' Bhlàir and descend to Glen Feshie.
Summits
1019 m
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgòr Gaoith and Mullach Clach a' Bhlàir take?
- Most walkers take 8.5–11.5 hours for the 29.9 km route, which has 1,020 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 Achlean, Glen Feshie (grid reference NN 848 989). Car park near Achlean at the end of the public 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. Good paths and tracks; broad, exposed plateau; steep edge above Loch Einich.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Sgor Gaoith (1116 m, Munro); Mullach Clach a' Bhlair (1019 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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