Sgurr Coire Choinnichean from Inverie
A 796 m Corbett in Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, climbed from Inverie, Knoydart.
- Distance
- 7.8 km
- Ascent
- 820 m
- Time
- 3–4.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 796 m
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About this walk
Sgurr Coire Choinnichean from Inverie is a hard 7.8 km out-and-back walk with 820 m of ascent, taking 3 to 4.5 hours. It starts at Inverie, Knoydart (grid reference NG 766 000). It climbs Sgurr Coire Choinnichean (796 m), a Corbett. The start can be reached by public transport.
Sgurr Coire Choinnichean is a 796 m Corbett in Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, 4 km south-west of Ladhar Bheinn.
This route starts from Inverie, Knoydart and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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The approach
From Inverie, follow the path and tracks towards Sgurr Coire Choinnichean.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Sgurr Coire Choinnichean.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
796 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgurr Coire Choinnichean from Inverie take?
- Most walkers take 3–4.5 hours for the 7.8 km route, which has 820 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 Inverie, Knoydart (grid reference NG 766 000). There's no road to Inverie: take the passenger ferry from Mallaig, or walk in.
- 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 hill does it climb?
- Sgurr Coire Choinnichean (796 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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