“A man does not climb a mountain without bringing some of it away with him and leaving something of himself upon it”
Martin Conway
“Doubly happy, however, is the man to whom lofty mountain tops are within reach”
John Muir
The walk begins at the car park 1.6 miles east of Glen Cottage and near the bridge over Allt a' Choire Dhuibh Mhoir, from here we will walk east along the road a short distance to meet the path climbing north into Coire an Laoigh.
Although a steep ascent we're soon climbing up through the corrie and onto the risge at the summit of our first Munro, Spidean Choire nan Clach. and are rewarded with stunning views to the north over the remote glens leading down towards Loch Maree and to the coast at Gairloch and Poolewe.
From Spidean Choire nan Clach we follow the riddge to the west, crossing a col before climbing again, fairly gently this time, a short optional detour here will take us to the summit of Conneach Mhor, with the best view of the Liathach before descending north and crossing the narrow col to the final climb of the day onto the summit of Ruadh-stac Mor.
From Ruadh-stac Mor we descend to the south, retracing our steps back to the col before dropping down to the west, a steep and loose path soon eases as we drop down into Coire Mhic Flearchair, one of the most spectacular corries in Scotland with the glorious Tripple Buttress towering above the lochan below.
From Coire Mhic Flearchair a good path descends easily, taking us back to the car park along Coire Dubh Mor, ending one of the better days in the Scottish highlands.
Each participant will be required to bring suitable equipment for their chosen event, please see Kit List tab above.
Where to meet: Car Park east of Glen Cottage near bridge
Postcode: IV22 2ET
Grid Reference: NG 957 568
Directions
From Torridon Village follow the A896 east for 3km, past Glen Cottage, continue for another 3km to a car park on the left of the road, near the bridge.
Each participant is expected to have suitable personal equipment for their activity this should include the following:
- Walking shoes / Boots
- Waterproof clothing (Jacket and trousers)
- Suitable clothing for walking (no jeans)
- Warm tops
- Packed lunch
- Spare clothing
- Water
- Hat
- Gloves
Please also bring any personal climbing equipment, anything you don't own will be prvided by The Lake District Walker
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