Moruisg and Sgurr nan Ceannaichean Route Information

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Moruisg & Sgurr nan Ceannaichean

Quick Facts

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

987 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.

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Route Time

4 hrs

The horizontal distance of the route.

Route Distance

10.91 km

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A brief summary of this route.

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Notes

Moderate route but with some steep slopes.

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: Achnasheen

From Achnasheen (A890) travel SW 12km to foot bridge over River Carron.

Route Waypoint Map

The total ascent is 987 metres. Allow 4 hours to complete this 10.91 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 parking by A890 road
		NH08125205	Distance	Altitude 155 m

1	Cross river by bridge and pass under railway
		NH08305186	Distance 0.30 km	Altitude 160 m

2	Ascend SE directly to summit of Moruisg
		NH10174998	Distance 2.62 km	Altitude 928 m

3	Head SSW around corrie
		NH09874898	Distance 1.03 km	Altitude 835 m

4	Continue SE on curving ridge to col (725m)
		NH09294851	Distance 0.91 km	Altitude 725 m

5	Ascend W turning SSW to Sgurr nan Ceannaichean
		NH08734805	Distance 0.96 km	Altitude 915 m

6	Descend N ridge of Sgurr nan Ceannaichean to path in Coire Toll nam Bian
		NH08685012	Distance 2.16 km	Altitude 330 m

7	Follow path NW and then N
		NH07855097	Distance 1.37 km	Altitude 200 m

8	Continue NE on path to return
		NH08125205	Distance 1.55 km	Altitude 155 m

A selection of weather forecasts local to this route.

Weather

North West Highlands
by MWIS (PDF format)

West Highlands
by Met Office

Liathach
by Metcheck

Images of Moruisg & Sgurr nan Ceannaichean

Looking back to Sgurr nan Ceannaichean from track near Craig. 22/09/2011

Image by Eileen Stark

Sgurr nan ceannaichean from Moruisg col connecting the two Munroes.

Image by Terry Thomson

The formidable West face of Moruisg.

Image by Terry Thomson

View south from Sgurr nan Ceannaichean.

Image by Neil MacLeod

Route Area Map

Legend

Munro

Corbett

Graham

English/Welsh Top

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Rating & Reviews

Rating & Reviews

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Written by Craig Dunderdale on 16 Jul 2007:

DO BOTH took 4hrs! Complete the route anti clockwise.From the A890 car park cross the river by bridge and pass under railway, the path seems to disappear but have faith follow the railway line fence west for about 1/3 mile (very boggy) before turning only slighly ENE directly towards the Alltan na Feola to pick up an excellent stalkers path on the east side of the burn - this excellent path will take you easily to the foot of N ridge above the deer fencing. Coming down NE from Moruisg is far easier than climbing the pathless route up knee high grass.

Written by Eric Kyte on 11 Jun 2007:

with the cloud down to 2300 did this route in reverse - although I don't enjoy steep descents I was happier going down from Moruisg than the one or two folk I met going the other way - 4hrs in total - not much pont stopping for the view - no doubt at some stage I'll have to return in better conditions to see if this is fair - but i'm in no great hurry!

Written by Peter King on 06 Mar 2007:

We did this route on 19.02.07 when forcast 65 mph winds and wind chill of -15 forced us off the more exposed Torridon hills. They say there are no boring mountain routes, however the slog up Moruisg can make you doubt this! The good thing is all the hard work is done on the 3000ft assent up the relentless grass slope to Moruisg. There after it is a pleasent stroll along the curving ridge to Sgurr nan Ceannaichean. Overall its an enjoyable and objectively "safe" route - convenient when weather conditions threaten others options in the area.

Written by Kathleen Haddow on 25 Sep 2005:

Very wet and steep ascent of Moruisg and wet again on the descent. Take care as the steep ground can make for slippery conditions underfoot. It's worth noting rhe bridge down from the carpark looks like it's been replaced recently (23-09-05)

Written by Graham Mackenzie on 08 Aug 2004:

Did this route 4/7/4 - hot sunny day - 7.5 hrs - plenty stops. Initial climb to Moruisg a real slog but worth it with great all round views particularly to Coire Lair. Nice walk across to Sgurr nan Cean'n - final climb to summit looks exposed from a distance but close up is not so bad but care required in a couple of places with steep slopes off to the right. On descent ridge suggest bearing left of crags towards deer fence enclosing regenerating woodland and follow down to burn and gate through to homeward path. Crossing higher up could give some rougher unpathed terrain.

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.

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