Sgorr nan Lochan Uaine and Sgurr Dubh
2 Corbetts in Torridon & Applecross, climbed together from A896 lay-by.
- Distance
- 10.4 km
- Ascent
- 1010 m
- Time
- 4–5.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 871 m
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About this walk
Sgorr nan Lochan Uaine and Sgurr Dubh is a hard 10.4 km circular walk with 1,010 m of ascent, taking 4 to 5.5 hours. It starts at A896 lay-by, A896 (grid reference NG 955 566). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Sgorr nan Lochan Uaine at 871 m.
Sgorr nan Lochan Uaine and Sgurr Dubh are Corbetts in Torridon & Applecross, close enough to climb together. The higher, Sgorr nan Lochan Uaine, reaches 871 m (2,859 ft).
This route starts from A896 lay-by, A896 and crosses a lot of pathless hillside, so you'll need to navigate with a map and compass. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From A896 lay-by, head across the hillside towards Sgorr nan Lochan Uaine.
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2
The summits
Climb Sgorr nan Lochan Uaine, then continue to Sgurr Dubh.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
871 m
782 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgorr nan Lochan Uaine and Sgurr Dubh take?
- Most walkers take 4–5.5 hours for the 10.4 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 A896 lay-by, A896 (grid reference NG 955 566). 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 hills does it climb?
- Sgorr nan Lochan Uaine (871 m, Corbett); Sgurr Dubh (782 m, Corbett).
- 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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