Stob Choire Claurigh from Inverroy
An 1178 m Munro in Lochaber & Ben Nevis, climbed from Inverroy.
- Distance
- 17.3 km
- Ascent
- 1110 m
- Time
- 6–8 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 1178 m
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About this walk
Stob Choire Claurigh from Inverroy is a hard 17.3 km out-and-back walk with 1,110 m of ascent, taking 6 to 8 hours. It starts at Inverroy, Insh Road (grid reference NN 253 805). It climbs Stob Choire Claurigh (1,178 m), a Munro.
Stob Choire Claurigh rises to 1,178 m in Lochaber & Ben Nevis, 2 km north of Stob Ban, high enough to be a Munro.
From Inverroy, Insh Road, 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 Inverroy, follow the path and tracks towards Stob Choire Claurigh.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Stob Choire Claurigh.
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Return
Retrace your steps to the start.
Summit
1178 m
Other routes up Stob Choire Claurigh
Questions about this walk
- How long does Stob Choire Claurigh from Inverroy take?
- Most walkers take 6–8 hours for the 17.3 km route, which has 1,110 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 Inverroy, Insh Road (grid reference NN 253 805). 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?
- Stob Choire Claurigh (1178 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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