Spidean a' Choire Leith from Glen Torridon
A 1055 m Munro in Torridon & Applecross, climbed from Glen Torridon.
- Distance
- 2.7 km
- Ascent
- 980 m
- Time
- 2.5–3.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 1055 m
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About this walk
Spidean a' Choire Leith from Glen Torridon is a hard 2.7 km out-and-back walk with 980 m of ascent, taking 2.5 to 3.5 hours. It starts at Glen Torridon (grid reference NG 933 566). It climbs Spidean a' Choire Leith (Liathach) (1,055 m), a Munro.
At 1,055 m (3,461 ft), Spidean a' Choire Leith is one of the Munros of Torridon & Applecross, standing 2 km east of Mullach an Rathain. It stands well clear of the hills around it, so the summit view is a wide one.
This route starts from Glen Torridon and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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1
The approach
From Glen Torridon, follow the path and tracks towards Spidean a' Choire Leith.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Spidean a' Choire Leith.
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Return
Retrace your steps to the start.
Summit
Spidean a' Choire Leith (Liathach)
1055 m
Other routes up Liathach - Spidean a' Choire Leith
Questions about this walk
- How long does Spidean a' Choire Leith from Glen Torridon take?
- Most walkers take 2.5–3.5 hours for the 2.7 km route, which has 980 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 Glen Torridon (grid reference NG 933 566). 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 hill does it climb?
- Spidean a' Choire Leith (Liathach) (1055 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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