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
1728 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
11.5 hrs
The horizontal distance of the route.
Route Distance
41.91 km
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Notes
A long approach track/path to an otherwise easy climb onrough peaty ground. A cycle will be a real asset here.
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: Lairg
From Lairg (A836) travel S 500m, then turn W on A839, then A837 to Oykel Bridge.
Route Waypoint Map
The total ascent is 1,728 metres. Allow 11.5 hours to complete this 41.91 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 Oykel Bridge on the A837 road
NC38540086
Distance
Altitude 35 m
1
Walk/cycle SE on road on west side of river
NC38910044
Distance 0.59 km
Altitude 26 m
2
Follow bend in road and continue SW to bridge
NC38610013
Distance 0.46 km
Altitude 33 m
3
Cross river and follow track SW through Einig Wood
NH36959890
Distance 2.12 km
Altitude 100 m
4
Continue SSW to junction
NH36739847
Distance 0.58 km
Altitude 100 m
5
At junction turn left then right and head WSW to Duag Bridge
NH33959743
Distance 3.13 km
Altitude 100 m
6
Head SSW through Strath Mulzie
NH33049562
Distance 2.20 km
Altitude 157 m
7
Continue on track SW past Corriemulzie Lodge to second branch in track
NH29949263
Distance 4.65 km
Altitude 225 m
8
Bear left, and continue SSW on track by river.
NH29259070
Distance 2.18 km
Altitude 272 m
9
Follow path SE towards Loch a' Choire Mhoir
NH30068929
Distance 1.87 km
Altitude 300 m
10
Before loch, cross river (no bridge!) and scramble SSW up Creag an Duine ridge
NH29608758
Distance 1.89 km
Altitude 835 m
11
Follow rim of Luchd Coire SW
NH29088719
Distance 0.64 km
Altitude 855 m
12
Bear W around corrie to 906m top
NH28828720
Distance 0.27 km
Altitude 906 m
13
Continue NW to the summit of Seana Bhraigh
NH28168786
Distance 0.94 km
Altitude 926 m
14
Descend N following corrie rim
NH28158824
Distance 0.40 km
Altitude 815 m
15
Turn NE to minor top (760m)
NH28558853
Distance 0.48 km
Altitude 760 m
16
Descend NE along ridge
NH29188904
Distance 0.82 km
Altitude 580 m
17
Continue ENE to Loch and return via approach route
NC38540086
Distance 18.70 km
Altitude 35 m
A selection of weather forecasts local to this route.
Looking westwards towards the pathless area where the path from
Inverlael peters out. Crosses indicate the key points at 280855 and
274858 (see Comments section). 26th June 2007.
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Rating & Reviews
Rating & Reviews
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Written by
Fiona Masson
on 01 Jun 2009:
Scored with the weather, drove to Corriemulzie Lodge, have a VW Passat and road was fine if you take care.
Cycled to foot or mountain, very pleasant, took 1.15hrs, 45 mins on return route.
River crossing fine, but could see potential for problems if recent heavy rain.
SMC book stated 4.20hrs from Duag Bridge, took us 3.10hrs from the lodge at a leisurely pace in the May sunshine.
Look out for the mountain goats, very photogenic!! Most enjoyable hill!
Written by
Craig Dunderdale
on 18 Oct 2007:
From Inverlael take obvious path up to Glensguaib take to the ridge join the path up coire an Lochain Sgeirich and onto the Munro. It took 16.4 miles, 7.5hrs, 1504m ascent. Long walk as per McNeish's book but fantastic views.
Written by
Chris Bowles
on 07 Jul 2006:
A thoroughly enjoyable outing with a real sense of remoteness, with one feeling right in the wilderness. Eididh nan Clach Geala can be added comfortably climbing it by its eastern face.
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.
