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Sgùrr a' Mhaoraich from Loch Quoich
A big Munro on a peninsula of Loch Quoich, with views over Loch Hourn and Knoydart.
- Distance
- 9 km
- Ascent
- 680 m
- Time
- 3–4.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 1027 m
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About this walk
Sgùrr a' Mhaoraich from Loch Quoich is a hard 9 km out-and-back walk with 680 m of ascent, taking 3 to 4.5 hours. It starts at Quoich bridge, Kinloch Hourn road (grid reference NH 007 044). It climbs Sgurr a' Mhaoraich (1,027 m), a Munro.
Sgùrr a' Mhaoraich, 'peak of the shellfish', stands between Loch Quoich and the sea loch of Loch Hourn. A stalkers' path climbs from the road near the Quoich bridge onto its south ridge.
The ridge leads to the summit with great views west into Knoydart.
Route
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1
The south ridge
Follow the stalkers' path up the south ridge.
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2
The summit
Continue along the rocky ridge to the top. Return by the same route.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgùrr a' Mhaoraich from Loch Quoich take?
- Most walkers take 3–4.5 hours for the 9 km route, which has 680 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 Quoich bridge, Kinloch Hourn road (grid reference NH 007 044). Roadside parking near the bridge.
- 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. Stalkers' path, then a rough, rocky ridge.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Sgurr a' Mhaoraich (1027 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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