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Set out from walkers car park in glorious sunshine. Made my way up through the forest onto the path which runs up by the Lael. Crossed the 2 burns, which look as though they could be difficult with more rain about.
Got to the pass in just under 3 hours and had a bite to eat before tackling the hills. Climbed Dearg first up the path beside the wall. Despite the heat and it being just after midday some of the rocks in the shadow of the wall still had a coating of frost on them and required a bit of care. Got to the cairn where I was treated to some outstanding views in all directions.
Back down to the pass and then up Cona' Mheall. From up here you get a great view into the impressive Coire Ghranda, which gives you the true sense of just how big this feature is.
Back to the pass and up the easy SW ridge of Meall nan Ceapraichan, where the views to the north were particularly good. Again back down to the pass and then down the glen, it was at this stage that I put a mid layer on for the first time, I had been wearing a short sleeved base layer all day. I'll try and add some pictures in later.
A great walk and day out. I intend to return shortly to get out to Seana Bhraigh and Eididh nan Clach Geala.
- Lochan at the pass at top of walk in
- Looking south from Beinn Dearg