Sron a' Choire Ghairbh from Laggan Locks
A 936 m Munro in Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, climbed from Laggan Locks.
- Distance
- 18.4 km
- Ascent
- 1050 m
- Time
- 6–8 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 936 m
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About this walk
Sron a' Choire Ghairbh from Laggan Locks is a hard 18.4 km out-and-back walk with 1,050 m of ascent, taking 6 to 8 hours. It starts at Laggan Locks (grid reference NN 286 962). It climbs Sron a' Choire Ghairbh (936 m), a Munro.
At 936 m (3,072 ft), Sron a' Choire Ghairbh is one of the Munros of Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, standing 2 km north of Meall na Teanga. It stands well clear of the hills around it, so the summit view is a wide one.
This route starts from Laggan Locks 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 Laggan Locks, follow the path and tracks towards Sron a' Choire Ghairbh.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Sron a' Choire Ghairbh.
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Return
Retrace your steps to the start.
Summit
936 m
Other routes up Sron a' Choire Ghairbh
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sron a' Choire Ghairbh from Laggan Locks take?
- Most walkers take 6–8 hours for the 18.4 km route, which has 1,050 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 Laggan Locks (grid reference NN 286 962). 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?
- Sron a' Choire Ghairbh (936 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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