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Aonach Mor

Munro

Quick Facts
This is the height of the mountain above sea level. However, on the climb, it is the ascent that matters, i.e. the sum of all the uphill parts of the route.
Altitude
1221 m (4005 ft)

This is the standard notation used on Ordnance Survey Landranger maps.

Each reference consists of two letters identifying a 100,000 metre square block then three digits defining the Easting and finally the three digits defining the Northing with reference to the South West corner of the block.

NN166712 is the grid reference for the summit of Ben Nevis. Where you are given the map number ( For Ben Nevis = 41) it is acceptable to omit the two initial letters e.g. 166712. (Instructions on how to read the references are given on the OS maps).

Grid Ref.
NN19317296
An indication of this mountains height rank within its class. Where two mountains share the same height they are ordered alphabetically.
Stature
8 of 282 Munros
The number of ascent routes currently available on Munromagic.
Routes
2
Mountain names are usually in Gaelic, the native language of the Scottish Highlands, or have been derived from the old Scots and Norse languages. We give the most commonly accepted meaning, but accept that some of these are disputed.
Meaning
Big ridge
 

The UK is covered by 204 Ordnance Survey Landranger 1:50,000 scale maps. Maps numbered 1 to 86 cover Scotland but for the highest mountains (Munros) only 23 maps are required. The name given roughly describes the area covered by the map.

OS Landranger Maps Required
  41   Ben Nevis, Fort William & Glen Coe
 

A description of the characteristics of the mountain including any hazards of which you should be aware.

 Description
Aonach Beag and Aonach Mor are the two highest peaks on a long ridge running N-S from the Great Glen to the head of Glen Nevis. The sides of this ridge are generally steep and craggy and it is best to assume that you should only attempt an ascent or descent from the N or S ends of the ridge.

As the N slopes of Aonach Mor are developed for skiing, it is normal to ascend both these mountains from the S via Sgurr a'Bhuic.

An alternative route leads up Coire Giubhsachan to a high col (830m) between Aonach Beag and Carn Mor Dearg. Whilst an ascent of this path is relatively easy, it can be difficult to locate when descending and any deviation will lead you to dangerous crags. If in doubt avoid this route.

Hazards you may encounter on Aonach Mor include
 Crags on or near ascent routes.
 Crags within 1km of summit.
 
General Considerations
 Temperature decreases by 1degree C for every 100m of ascent.
 Wind usually increases with altitude.
 Visibility can change markedly with cloud level.
 River/Stream levels can increase markedly in one day.
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West Highlands
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West Highlands
by Met Office
Aonach Mor
by Metcheck
Aonach Mor Area Map
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The summary information of one or more ascent routes that include Aonach Mor.

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 Routes that include Aonach Mor
  Ascent Distance Time Including... Description Rating
1 2025 m 16.11 km 7 hrs Aonach Beag [Nevis region] and Aonach Mor  Moderate climb with some steep ascents and many crags either side of the summit ridge, Navigate with care. Excellent views of Ben Nevis and Carn mor Dearg.  
2 1740 m 15.10 km 6 hrs Aonach Beag [Nevis region] and Aonach Mor  A strenuous route in places with short sharp ascents but relatively easy. Care is required in low cloud to attain the narrow ridge between Aonach Mor and Aonach Beag. The route along the Allt Coire Giubhsachan can be very boggy in wet periods.  
 

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 Baggers Gallery for Aonach Mor

Joyce at the summit cairn of Aonach Mor, with Aonach Beag n the distance. Decent day!

© Ian Munro

Image by Ian Munro

Thanks to all friends, family and members of Mannofield Hillwalking Club who were able to join Lynda & Scott on their Final Munro - 20th August 2011.

© Lynda Langlands

Image by Lynda Langlands

Lynda & Scott at summit of Aonach Mor (Final Munro) 20th Aug 2011.

© Lynda Langlands

Image by Lynda Langlands

Me at the summit of Aonach Mor with the CMD and Ben Nevis in the background.26/04/2011.

© Ian Mather

Image by Ian Mather
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Aonach Beag [Nevis region] and Aonach Mor
by Alasdair Cairns
Aonach Beag [Nevis region] and Aonach Mor
by Philip McLoone
Aonach Mor and Aonach Beag [Nevis region]
by William McGilvray
Aonach Beag [Nevis region] and Aonach Mor
by Brendan Waters
Aonach Mor and Aonach Beag [Nevis region]
by Kenny Mcneill

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