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
1438 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
13.56 km
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Notes
A moderate climb and interesting ridge walk with excellent views of Ben Nevis.
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: Fort William
From Fort William (A82) at Nevis Bridge roundabout take road to Glen Nevis to Achriabhach.
Route Waypoint Map
The total ascent is 1,438 metres. Allow 5.5 hours to complete this 13.56 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 carpark at Achriabhach
NN14566837
Distance
Altitude 56 m
1
Follow path SSE through Coire a' Mhusgain to ridge
NN15736536
Distance 4.04 km
Altitude 765 m
2
Ascend W to summit of Stob Ban
NN14786543
Distance 0.99 km
Altitude 999 m
3
Head N turning NW onto ridge
NN14266584
Distance 0.74 km
Altitude 830 m
4
Continue W then WSW to minor top (917m)
NN13086545
Distance 1.32 km
Altitude 917 m
5
Head NW on ridge to Mullach nan Coirean Summit
NN12246623
Distance 1.32 km
Altitude 939 m
6
Head N 300m then descend NE on east ridge of Coire Riabhach
NN13136710
Distance 1.42 km
Altitude 645 m
7
Descend N to join stream entering forest
NN13276824
Distance 1.21 km
Altitude 275 m
8
Descend through trees to join track
NN13376846
Distance 0.25 km
Altitude 200 m
9
Follow track downhill to road
NN14216834
Distance 1.89 km
Altitude 68 m
10
Head E to carpark
NN14566837
Distance 0.39 km
Altitude 56 m
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Rating & Reviews
Rating & Reviews
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Written by
Ron Veltkamp
on 03 Jul 2005:
Although I walked it the other way around, it is an easy route, with nice views all the way. Walking on flat and wide areas for a long time at a height of around 900 meters gives the opportunity to look around and enjoy the walk.
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,
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