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
974 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
5.5 hrs
The horizontal distance of the route.
Route Distance
18.08 km
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Notes
A good day outing with superb views and no technical difficulties
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: Kinlochleven
From Kinlochleven head W on B863 on N of loch, then NW on rough road to Mamore Lodge Hotel where there are parking possibilites nearby (parking fee may be charged) OR follow West Highland Way from village
Route Waypoint Map
The total ascent is 974 metres. Allow 5.5 hours to complete this 18.08 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 Mamore lodge Hotel
NN18646300
Distance
Altitude 205 m
1
Head W on track
NN16306330
Distance 2.60 km
Altitude 250 m
2
Leave track and follow path WNW onto ridge
NN15386298
Distance 1.02 km
Altitude 457 m
3
Ascend W to Beinn na Caillich
NN14066279
Distance 1.43 km
Altitude 764 m
4
Continue W on ridge to minor top (755m)
NN12266270
Distance 1.85 km
Altitude 755 m
5
Ascend WSW to the summit of Mam na Gualainn
NN11516253
Distance 0.86 km
Altitude 796 m
6
Descend W to join path
NN10766247
Distance 0.78 km
Altitude 615 m
7
Decend N on path to Junction
NN10796301
Distance 1.99 km
Altitude 425 m
8
Bear NE on path to join track (West Highland Way)
NN12256404
Distance 0.78 km
Altitude 272 m
9
Head E on West Highland Way to Tigh-na-sleubhaich
NN13646427
Distance 1.45 km
Altitude 320 m
10
Follow track E to return to lodge
NN18646300
Distance 5.33 km
Altitude 205 m
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Written by
Mike Watson
on 11 Jan 2009:
An easy ascent on an excellent path to the ridge. Great views of Glencoe to the south and the Mamores to the north.
£3 to park at the lodge.
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.
