Sgurr a Mhaoraich

Description

An ascent of one of Lochaber's less-frequented but particularly worthwhile Munros. The route described is a circular one from the shores of Loch Quoich, giving views in all directions at different stages of the walk.

Lochaber has many Munros, including some of the most poular ones in the country. This is one of the less frequented, no doubt due to the relatively long approach from the main roads. However, the approach and the views from the walk, particularly looking down Loch Hourn from the summit, make it a particularly worthwhile day. Also, as ascents of Munros go, it is a fairly short walk and has no technical difficulties. The ascent route described is the most straightforward way up, following a good stalker's path and although returning by the same route may be quickest, the route described here follows another ridge, giving different views on the descent and also taking you through an area which contains a variety of wildflowers during the summer.

Access Info

Although a postbus travels this road, it only passes once per day so car is the only realistic form of access. From the A87 Invergarry to Kyle of Lochalsh road, follow the unclassified road that turns off about six miles west of Invergarry (signposted to Kinlochourn and Tomdoun). This road takes a very picturesque route above Loch Garry and then on to the large reservoir of Loch Quoich. Shortly after the bridge that crosses the northern inlet of Loch Quoich, there is parking on the road verge near the start of the route.

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