Cluanie Inn Hard

Sgurr an Lochain from Cluanie Inn

Bagging route Munro Out and back

A 1004 m Munro in Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, climbed from Cluanie Inn.

Distance
12.4 km
Ascent
1220 m
Time
5–7 h
Grade
Hard
Route
Out and back
High point
1004 m
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About this walk

Sgurr an Lochain from Cluanie Inn is a hard 12.4 km out-and-back walk with 1,220 m of ascent, taking 5 to 7 hours. It starts at Cluanie Inn (grid reference NG 966 124). It climbs Sgurr an Lochain (1,004 m), a Munro.

Sgurr an Lochain rises to 1,004 m in Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, 1 km north-west of Sgurr an Doire Leathain, high enough to be a Munro.

From Cluanie Inn, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground.

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Route

  1. 1

    The approach

    From Cluanie Inn, follow the path and tracks towards Sgurr an Lochain.

  2. 2

    The summit

    Climb to the summit of Sgurr an Lochain.

  3. 3

    Return

    Come back down the way you came.

Summit

Munro

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Questions about this walk

How long does Sgurr an Lochain from Cluanie Inn take?
Most walkers take 5–7 hours for the 12.4 km route, which has 1,220 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 Cluanie Inn (grid reference NG 966 124). 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 an Lochain (1004 m, Munro); Creag nan Damh (917 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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