Tom a' Choinnich from Chisholme Bridge
An 1113 m Munro in Kintail & Glen Affric, climbed from Chisholme Bridge.
- Distance
- 17 km
- Ascent
- 940 m
- Time
- 5.5–7.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 1113 m
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About this walk
Tom a' Choinnich from Chisholme Bridge is a hard 17 km out-and-back walk with 940 m of ascent, taking 5.5 to 7.5 hours. It starts at Chisholme Bridge (grid reference NH 227 247). It climbs Tom a' Choinnich (1,113 m), a Munro.
At 1,113 m (3,651 ft), Tom a' Choinnich is one of the Munros of Kintail & Glen Affric, standing 3 km west of Toll Creagach.
This route starts from Chisholme Bridge and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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The approach
From Chisholme Bridge, follow the path and tracks towards Tom a' Choinnich.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Tom a' Choinnich.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
1113 m
Other routes up Tom a' Choinnich
Questions about this walk
- How long does Tom a' Choinnich from Chisholme Bridge take?
- Most walkers take 5.5–7.5 hours for the 17 km route, which has 940 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 Chisholme Bridge (grid reference NH 227 247). 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?
- Tom a' Choinnich (1113 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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