Sgurr a' Choire Ghlais from Glen Strathfarrar
A 1084 m Munro in Strathcarron, Achnashellach & Strathfarrar, climbed from Glen Strathfarrar.
- Distance
- 16.5 km
- Ascent
- 1550 m
- Time
- 6.5–9 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 1084 m
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About this walk
Sgurr a' Choire Ghlais from Glen Strathfarrar is a hard 16.5 km out-and-back walk with 1,550 m of ascent, taking 6.5 to 9 hours. It starts at Glen Strathfarrar (grid reference NH 307 396). It climbs Sgurr a' Choire Ghlais (1,084 m), a Munro.
Sgurr a' Choire Ghlais rises to 1,084 m in Strathcarron, Achnashellach & Strathfarrar, 2 km south-west of Carn nan Gobhar, 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 Glen Strathfarrar and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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The approach
From Glen Strathfarrar, follow the path and tracks towards Sgurr a' Choire Ghlais.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Sgurr a' Choire Ghlais.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
1084 m
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Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgurr a' Choire Ghlais from Glen Strathfarrar take?
- Most walkers take 6.5–9 hours for the 16.5 km route, which has 1,550 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 Glen Strathfarrar (grid reference NH 307 396). 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?
- Sgurr a' Choire Ghlais (1084 m, Munro); Sgurr na Ruaidhe (993 m, Munro); Carn nan Gobhar (992 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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