This is the summed total of all the climbing within a route and is a good indicator of the strenuousness of a route.
Total Ascent
1175 m
An estimate of the time taken based on a derivation of Naismiths rules. Our calculation is based on the horizontal and ascent components of a climb, we do not make a reduction for descent.
Registered users can customise these walking times by specifying their own walking and ascending speeds. They can also add a fixed time period for stoppages.
Route Time
3.5 hrs
The horizontal distance of the route.
Route Distance
7.22 km
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Our summary will always contain one of easy, moderate or hard to indicate the severity of the route.
Notes
Short route on moderately steep grass and steep stoney slopes.
Here we provide the nearest town to the start of the route where you will find basic services.
We then give directions from that location to the route start. Your approach route may differ.
Travel Information
Head to: Shiel Bridge
From Shiel Bridge (A87) take minor (steep) road west over the Bealach Ratagain to Glenelg. Then continue SW to Arnisdale. NB. You may find B&B accommodation closer than Sheil Bridge.
Route Waypoint Map
The total ascent is 1,175 metres. Allow 3.5 hours to complete this 7.22 km route.
In winter months please check the local snow conditions at sais.gov.uk.
The hillphones service can inform you of stalking activities in the area.
Usually the shortest way to climb the mountain, making best use of tracks and paths to gain altitude. Route navigation requires map reading skills and an ability to navigate with a compass.
The information given here will enable you to annotate your map and plan your route. We do not give anecdotal descriptions on where to find the paths, worn by the feet of previous mountaineers.
Where the access routes are few or the ridge is narrow, paths are generally obvious. On open ground, following paths without using your compass may get you lost in poor visibility.
Route Information
Waypoint Detail
Start from Arnisdale village
NG84341049
Distance
Altitude 8 m
1
Ascend NNE on stalkers path to Bealach Arnasdail
NG85051211
Distance 1.87 km
Altitude 610 m
2
Ascend WNW to minor top (906m)
NG84531237
Distance 0.60 km
Altitude 906 m
3
Descend W to col (830m)
NG84121236
Distance 0.44 km
Altitude 830 m
4
Ascend WNW to summit of Beinn Sgritheall
NG83601266
Distance 0.70 km
Altitude 974 m
5
Return by same route
NG84341049
Distance 3.61 km
Altitude 8 m
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Rating & Reviews
Rating & Reviews
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Written by
John Gilchrist
on 11 Jul 2009:
Truly exceptional views from this hill - a sheer delight. But if you can manage this route in 3.5 hours I doubt you'll have time to take in the views! 4.5 - 5.00 hours nearer the mark.
Written by
Les Roberts
on 17 May 2008:
Did this on a very warm day, hence the time. Also did not return by outward route. Continued down the west ridge which leaves a walk back along the road. All in all a great mountain in a lovely location.
Written by
Craig Dunderdale
on 03 May 2007:
Arnisdale is a lovely village and the home made "Way up hill sign" whilst worn definitely helps find the start. Follow the route indicated by Munro Magic for simplicity via the obvious path head west and returned the same way. A lovely hill that presents no problems. This took 3.5hrs on a horrendously bad weather day. Save for a good day and you'll love the views
Written by
John Schmidt
on 07 Oct 2003:
Offers certainly one of the handful of best views from the top of any Munro in Scotland. I could not find the western approach driving down the road into Arnisdale so I just did the slog up and back from there. Thanks to the view and relative shortness of the walk I probably spent more time on that summit than any other I have trod. Definately save this one for a beautiful easy day.
Written by
Malcolm Grey
on 05 Aug 2003:
Stunning views from an overlooked mountain. Real "top of the world" feeling from the summit ridge. Don't save it for a rainy quick day, do it for the views! 4 hours good minimum time for traverse in either direction.
Disclaimer. The details provided above are an aid to planning an expedition, but all distances, altitudes and bearings must be considered approximate. You must navigate with the appropriate map,
a compass, your navigation skills and common sense, MunroMagic.com accept no responsibility for your interpretation of our route information.
