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
1507 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
13.13 km
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Our summary will always contain one of easy, moderate or hard to indicate the severity of the route.
Notes
This moderate route described above is referred to as the "tourist route" by rock climbers and scramblers. These enthusiasts ascend Curved Ridge or other routes up the north-east rock face of Stob Dearg.
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: Kings House Hotel
From Kings House Hotel (A82) travel W 4.5km to parking just past Altnafeadh on south side of road.
Route Waypoint Map
The total ascent is 1,507 metres. Allow 5.5 hours to complete this 13.13 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 A82 road at Altnafeadh
NN22085629
Distance
Altitude 285 m
1
Head S to fork in path
NN22155578
Distance 0.53 km
Altitude 295 m
2
Bear SSW through Coire na Tulaich to ridge (870m)
NN21605414
Distance 1.92 km
Altitude 870 m
3
Ascend E turning NE to summit of Stob Dearg
NN22275423
Distance 0.68 km
Altitude 1021 m
4
Return to 870 ridge
NN21605414
Distance 0.68 km
Altitude 870 m
5
Head W and then SW around ridge
NN20935374
Distance 0.83 km
Altitude 830 m
6
Continue SSW to Stob na Doire
NN20775326
Distance 0.61 km
Altitude 1011 m
7
Descend WSW to 820m col
NN20135297
Distance 0.75 km
Altitude 820 m
8
Descend WSW to col then W to Stob Coire Altrium
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Distance 0.42 km
Altitude 941 m
9
Follow summit ridge SW to Stob na Broige summit
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Distance 0.86 km
Altitude 956 m
10
Return to Stob Coire Altrium
NN19755304
Distance 0.86 km
Altitude 887 m
11
Descend ESE towards col
NN20135297
Distance 0.42 km
Altitude 820 m
12
Turn N and continue descent to join path in Lairig Gartain
NN19995432
Distance 1.42 km
Altitude 355 m
13
Head NE on path, then continue NE on road to start
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Distance 3.16 km
Altitude 285 m
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Rating & Reviews
Rating & Reviews
Rated:
from 9 votes
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Written by
Steve Macluskie
on 09 Aug 2007:
Starting with Curved Ridge rather than the tourist scree makes this a brilliant day. Stob na Broige is by no means just an "add on" to Stob Dearg and is a good hour and 20 mins away with 2 minor tops between with a good deal of ascent and descent. Looking up from the Lairig Gartain the face of Stob Coire Altruim in the evening sun is very impressive. So 5 stars if doing the Curved Ridge ascent and 3 for the rest makes a 4 star route.
Written by
Craig Dunderdale
on 01 May 2006:
Fantastic day with my mate Brownie with god clearing the skies for us once we got to the first summit and lovely views of the Aonach Eagach ridge, Glencoe and Glen Etive. No problems at all an obvious path and the coire isn't as steep as it looks on the ascent. A reasonable but wet walk out along Lairig Gartain back to the road.
Written by
Adam Rixon
on 28 Jun 2005:
No real problems climbing up Coire na Tulaich to the col - just steep and a little loose. Looking back, you can see the entire route of ascent, the car park, the Mamores and Ben Nevis - also watch out for the resident herd of red deer! Continue up easy, but stony slopes to Stob Dearg, a superb viewpoint though crowded on a sunny day.
The route to Stob na Broige goes over the not inconsiderable top of Stob na Doire, which needs far more effort than Broige itself. Again, spectacular views, with Bidean looking awesome. Return via Lairig Gartain, on a path that's a bog even in midsummer.
Written by
Ray Humphreys
on 12 Nov 2003:
Path up and into Coire na Tulaich much improved - entertaining but easy scrambling on slightly greasy slabs with good holds to the east of gully below 870 m bealach. Excellent viewpoints. No difficulties on the ridge. Descent via Coire Altruim is good fun - some limited scrambling on clean granite with excellent grip even in the wet. Unbridged crossing of Alt Gartain. Appalling path erosion makes return leg via Lairig Gartain an unpleasant bog trot - be prepared for a sometimes knee deep 2 mile wade through black goo - be prepared!
Written by
Roger Green
on 08 May 2003:
Just fantastic. An absolute classic route almost from the moment you leave the car. Entering the huge gulley that leads to the first col is genuinly awe inspiring and height is very quickly gained. The final pull up to the col is difficult though being extremely steep and loose. If the gully is full of snow routes either side can be tricky and exposed. The pull up to the top of Stob Dearg is stunning and the views on a clear day among the best in the Highlands. A classic ridge walk links the two Murnos. A very steep drop (tricky in winter) and a hike out the glen finish the day. Tremendous.
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