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
1198 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
17.64 km
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Notes
Moderate route with good access path.
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: Ullapool
From Ullapool travel S on A835 20km to Corrieshalloch road junction, then SW on A832 for 5km to the start of the track to Loch a' Bhraoin.
Route Waypoint Map
The total ascent is 1,198 metres. Allow 5.5 hours to complete this 17.64 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
Park at junction of track and A832 road
NH16257605
Distance
Altitude 275 m
1
Head SE on track to bridge at Loch a' Bhraoin
NH15867498
Distance 1.46 km
Altitude 250 m
2
Ascend SSW onto Leitir Fhearna
NH15217395
Distance 1.28 km
Altitude 580 m
3
Head S on Druim Reidh to Toman Coinnich
NH14867137
Distance 2.70 km
Altitude 935 m
4
Head W to A' Chailleach
NH13607141
Distance 1.40 km
Altitude 997 m
5
Return E to Toman Coinnich
NH14867137
Distance 1.40 km
Altitude 935 m
6
Bear SE on to col
NH15137115
Distance 0.34 km
Altitude 866 m
7
Ascend E to Sgurr Breac
NH15837111
Distance 0.66 km
Altitude 999 m
8
Descend E ridge to join path in beallach
NH17367053
Distance 1.80 km
Altitude 550 m
9
Follow path NNW to rejoin approach route
NH16257605
Distance 6.60 km
Altitude 275 m
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Rating & Reviews
Rating & Reviews
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Written by
Chris Bowles
on 27 Mar 2008:
Did the route as per Munromagic however I decided to descend via the approach route up the Druim Reidh. Both hills are very good offering great views in all directions. The descent back down to Loch a' Bhraoin vi Leitir Fhearna is steep and was slippery due to its boggyness. The route took 5 hours to complete.
Written by
Lee Hatfield
on 15 Jul 2003:
Nice easy walk that rewards you with a magnificent view of Torridon and the Fisherfields if you have good weather.
Written by
Terry Thomson
on 17 Apr 2003:
I followed this route (17-04-2003) on a glorious warm/hot day. Although this route can be tackled in either direction, I would advise the route as described on a "clockwise" direction, due to the steep ascent/descent on the Leitir Fhearna to and/or from Druim Reidh. The views from this route are exceptional and with the path on both mountains running close to the 'edge' in places, made it exciting in places in the fresh SW wind. A most enjoyable day out.
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