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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.
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1150 m (3772 ft)
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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).
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NH16083511
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An indication of this mountains height rank within its class. Where two mountains share the same height they are ordered alphabetically.
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24 of 283 Munros |
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The number of ascent routes currently available on Munromagic.
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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.
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Rocky peak of the bog |
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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.
You can click on the map name to purchase the map for £6.29 including postage which is one of the cheapest prices we have found.
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Sgurr na Lapaich, which is linked to An Riabhachan and Carn nan Gobhar by its WSW and ESE ridges is the most craggy of this group. N of the summit a narrow ridge curves NW around the crags of Garbh Choire to An Leth-Chreag, where the slopes into Glen Srathfarrar are otherwise moderate and accessible. To the S the summit ridge leads to Sgurr nan Clachan Geala where the ridge divides, the main ridge going SSW to Braigh a' Choire Bhig whilst a short rocky ridge leads E then SE to an access path from Glen Cannich in Glas Toll. The ridge then continues SSW to Mullach a' Ghlas-thuill whose steep slopes overlook Loch Mullardoch.
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Hazards you may encounter on Sgurr na Lapaich include
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General Considerations
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| Temperature decreases by 1degree C for every 100m of ascent. |
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Sgurr na Lapaich from the summit of Carn an Gobhar. 16/5/10
© Sam Marshall
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Image by Sam Marshall
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After rising through heavy mist from loch Mullardoch and having to navigate almost to the top, we were then treated to temperature inversion and this wonderful crystalline atmosphere. Well worth the effort!
© Ken Mcinnes
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Image by Ken Mcinnes
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Sgurr na Lapaich from the east end of the An Riabhachan ridge;
14th June 2007.
© Roger Vander Steen
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Image by Roger Vander Steen
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Sgurr na Lapaich & Loch Mor from descent of An Riabhachan Ridge 5th July 2008
© Lynda Langlands
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Image by Lynda Langlands
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Ascent
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2017 m
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67.14 km
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17 hrs
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Sgurr na Lapaich and Carn nan Gobhar [Loch Mullardoch]
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Longer route with steep slopes ascend and descend, so route time given here will be a minimum. These are remote mountains covered in crags, naviagte with care.
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Sgurr na Lapaich....last time i saw my walking pole....4th july 2009
© Dougie Mccoll
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Image by Dougie Mccoll
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My dog Suzie (10 months old) & I close to the top of Sgurr na Lapaich
© Stephen Harte
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Image by Stephen Harte
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Lynda & Scott at summit Sgurr na Lapaich 5th July 2008 (only cloud cover of the day)
© Lynda Langlands
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Image by Lynda Langlands
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Doogs Crew on top of An Riabhachan 7-06-08
© Calum Dinnes
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Image by Calum Dinnes
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Nick Bulbeck
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December 29, 2008
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For those contemplating the complete ridge (to An Socach) and back - the path shown on the map along the N shore of Loch Mullardoch does indeed exist (contrary to rumour) and, though rather slow and winding, is very pleasant. Even the pathless section to the Allt Mullardoch is relatively easy going.
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Ian Johnston
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January 24, 2005
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The route from the south, starting at Loch Mullardoch Dam seems the most satisfying - climbing Carn nan gobhar first. Note that in full winter conditions, the rocky ridge leading from Bealach na Cloiche Dubh to Sgurr na Lapaich is a full-on mountaineering route, with a potentially tricky top 20 metres to the trig point if frozen. The descent via Braigh a' Choire Bhig and Mullach a Ghlas-thuill gives fantastic views, but the Allt Taige could be difficult to cross after wet weather (bridge over the Allt Mullardoch). The track from the Allt Mullardoch to the dam is a muddy mess due to Argocats
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There are no Route Write-Ups submitted for Sgurr na Lapaich
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