Sgurr na Lapaich from Loch Mullardoch dam
An 1152 m Munro in Strathcarron, Achnashellach & Strathfarrar, climbed from Loch Mullardoch dam.
- Distance
- 14.7 km
- Ascent
- 1360 m
- Time
- 5.5–8 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 1152 m
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About this walk
Sgurr na Lapaich from Loch Mullardoch dam is a hard 14.7 km out-and-back walk with 1,360 m of ascent, taking 5.5 to 8 hours. It starts at Loch Mullardoch dam (grid reference NH 221 315). It climbs Sgurr na Lapaich (1,152 m), a Munro.
Sgurr na Lapaich is an 1,152 m Munro in Strathcarron, Achnashellach & Strathfarrar, 2 km west of Carn nan Gobhar. It stands well clear of the hills around it, so the summit view is a wide one.
From Loch Mullardoch dam, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground.
Route
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The approach
From Loch Mullardoch dam, follow the path and tracks towards Sgurr na Lapaich.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Sgurr na Lapaich.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
1152 m
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Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgurr na Lapaich from Loch Mullardoch dam take?
- Most walkers take 5.5–8 hours for the 14.7 km route, which has 1,360 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 Loch Mullardoch dam (grid reference NH 221 315). 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 na Lapaich (1152 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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