Sgurr Cos na Breachd-laoidh from Kinlockarkaig
An 835 m Corbett in Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, climbed from Kinlockarkaig over largely pathless ground.
- Distance
- 10.9 km
- Ascent
- 830 m
- Time
- 4–5.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 835 m
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About this walk
Sgurr Cos na Breachd-laoidh from Kinlockarkaig is a hard 10.9 km out-and-back walk with 830 m of ascent, taking 4 to 5.5 hours. It starts at Kinlockarkaig (grid reference NM 988 916). It climbs Sgurr Cos na Breachd-laoidh (835 m), a Corbett.
Sgurr Cos na Breachd-laoidh rises to 835 m in Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, 2 km south-east of Sgurr nan Coireachan, high enough to be a Corbett.
From Kinlockarkaig, much of the way is over open hillside with no path: pick your line with a map and compass.
Route
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1
The approach
From Kinlockarkaig, head across the hillside towards Sgurr Cos na Breachd-laoidh.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Sgurr Cos na Breachd-laoidh.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgurr Cos na Breachd-laoidh from Kinlockarkaig take?
- Most walkers take 4–5.5 hours for the 10.9 km route, which has 830 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 Kinlockarkaig (grid reference NM 988 916). 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 hill does it climb?
- Sgurr Cos na Breachd-laoidh (835 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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