Sgorr Dhonuill from Ballachulish village
A 1002 m Munro in Glen Coe, climbed from Ballachulish village.
- Distance
- 11.2 km
- Ascent
- 1530 m
- Time
- 5.5–7 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 1002 m
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About this walk
Sgorr Dhonuill from Ballachulish village is a hard 11.2 km out-and-back walk with 1,530 m of ascent, taking 5.5 to 7 hours. It starts at Ballachulish village (grid reference NN 081 582). It climbs Sgorr Dhonuill (Beinn a' Bheithir) (1,002 m), a Munro.
Sgorr Dhonuill is a 1,002 m Munro in Glen Coe, 2 km west of Sgorr Dhearg.
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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1
The approach
From Ballachulish village, follow the path and tracks towards Sgorr Dhonuill.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Sgorr Dhonuill.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
Sgorr Dhonuill (Beinn a' Bheithir)
1002 m
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgorr Dhonuill from Ballachulish village take?
- Most walkers take 5.5–7 hours for the 11.2 km route, which has 1,530 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 hills does it climb?
- Sgorr Dhearg (Beinn a' Bheithir) (1024 m, Munro); Sgorr Dhonuill (Beinn a' Bheithir) (1002 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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