Sgorr Dhearg from Ballachulish village
A 1024 m Munro in Glen Coe, climbed from Ballachulish village.
- Distance
- 7.6 km
- Ascent
- 1010 m
- Time
- 3.5–5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 1024 m
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About this walk
Sgorr Dhearg from Ballachulish village is a hard 7.6 km out-and-back walk with 1,010 m of ascent, taking 3.5 to 5 hours. It starts at Ballachulish village (grid reference NN 081 582). It climbs Sgorr Dhearg (Beinn a' Bheithir) (1,024 m), a Munro.
Sgorr Dhearg rises to 1,024 m in Glen Coe, 2 km east of Sgorr Dhonuill, high enough to be a Munro. It stands well clear of the hills around it, so the summit view is a wide one.
This route starts from Ballachulish village and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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The approach
From Ballachulish village, follow the path and tracks towards Sgorr Dhearg.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Sgorr Dhearg.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
Sgorr Dhearg (Beinn a' Bheithir)
1024 m
Other routes up Beinn a' Bheithir - Sgorr Dhearg
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgorr Dhearg from Ballachulish village take?
- Most walkers take 3.5–5 hours for the 7.6 km route, which has 1,010 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 Ballachulish village (grid reference NN 081 582). 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?
- Sgorr Dhearg (Beinn a' Bheithir) (1024 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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