walkhighlands

Share your personal walking route experiences in Scotland, and comment on other peoples' reports.
Warning Please note that hillwalking when there is snow lying requires an ice-axe, crampons and the knowledge, experience and skill to use them correctly. Summer routes may not be viable or appropriate in winter. See winter information on our skills and safety pages for more information.

IOOth Munro Conquered.

IOOth Munro Conquered.


Postby trekker53 » Tue Apr 17, 2012 10:26 pm

Route description: Sgùrr nan Clach Geala, near Braemore

Munros included on this walk: Meall a' Chrasgaidh, Sgùrr nan Clach Geala, Sgùrr nan Each

Date walked: 14/04/2012

Time taken: 7.5 hours

Distance: 18 km

Ascent: 1103m

Register or Login
free to be able to rate and comment on reports (as well as access 1:25000 mapping).


our_route.gpx Open full screen  NB: Walkhighlands is not responsible for the accuracy of gpx files in users posts



A fairly decent weather forecast encouraged me to go and bag my 100th Munro. I decided on the Fannichs and do the 3 middle ones. Left home at 6am and arrived 3 hours later at the start point at Loch a' Bhraoin. Some other guys were in the process of setting off. I said hello and wished them a good day.
A wee while later I set off on a good track to the boathouse. I was familiar with this path as 2 years earlier I did the 2 Western Fannich's. Over the good bridge on to the path I was happy with oneself. Getting to 100 would be a good feeling and encourage me to bag more.
Along the Allt Breabaig I crossed over at a convenient spot. Made my way south and then up the western grassy slopes of Meall a' Chrasgaigh at 934 metres. This would be my crowning achievement. However hiking up the fairly steep slopes and no path would require some considerable effort.
SAM_0150.JPG
Grassy slopes of Meall a' Chrasgaidh
Up ahead I could see 4 guys spread out. No doubt each with their own thoughts to make the climb less tedious.
SAM_0151.JPG
Loch a' Bhraoin behind me

I caught up with John bringing up the rear.
SAM_0152.JPG
Onwards to the summit
We talked and hiked and the time passed quickly.
Soon we caught up with the others at the summit . I told them this was my 100th. Congratulations were offered and celebratory photos taken.
SAM_0153.JPG
Celebrations no. 100 Whoopee
The guys never had a camera so I offered to take some pictures and e-mail them.
SAM_0154.JPG
Raymond, John, Gerry & Dougie

The weather was a bit cold with odd sleet showers but visibility was good. A cup of tea and a bite to eat, we set off together.
An easy walk down took us quickly to the bealach whilst looking at our next objective Sgurr nan Clach Geala standing proud.
SAM_0156.JPG
Sgurr nan Clach Geala up ahead
The wee lochan was semi frozen.
As we climbed the mist descended which was a pity as the view of it's eastern craggy rock face would have been impressive. As we hiked up we stayed away from thick snow cornices that were overhanging the ridge. Safety was paramount.
SAM_0158.JPG
The ridge line once mist lifted a little
Eventually the mist lifted a little so we could see where we're going and notice the steep cliffs on our left side.
At the summit we're back in the mist so it was disappointing not to get the views.
SAM_0159.JPG
Not a lot to see on summit
SAM_0160.JPG
A happy foursome
Also it was very cold so a cup of tea and it's off again. Every now and again we got glimpses through the mist to tease us. Soon it disappeared leaving us to admire the views all around. This is what drives us to climb these mountains.
An easy enjoyable walk down by the ridge line to the flat bealach our 3rd Munro, Sgurr nan Each was waiting for us.
SAM_0162.JPG
A less snowy Sgurr nan Each behind me

It didn't take us long to ascend where for the first time we could sit and eat, relaxing in the knowledge that the hard work was done now.
SAM_0168.JPG
Arriving at the summit
SAM_0169.JPG
Celebrating

Back down to the bealach we headed west down the path which we lost at times to the Allt Breabaig.
SAM_0170.JPG
Back to the Bealach with Sgurr nan Clach Geala behind
We may have conquered the Munro's but there was still a 5km walk back to the car. The good path made it easy going.
Instead of crossing the burn I continued on it's eastern side to look for a bridge that is not marked on the O.S map 1998. John decided to join me as we followed the burn down. It wasn't long before we came across the bridge.
SAM_0172.JPG
Bridge over Allt Breabaig
A photo taken which I'll post on the website www.geograph.org.uk This site aims to have photos in every sq km of the country. It's a useful research tool to see what others have photographed.
From the bridge a grass track runs west to a white marker post just yards away from the south side of the bridge at Loch a' Bhraoin.
SAM_0173.JPG
Marker post at south side of Loch a' Bhraoin bridge
It could be very handy if the Allt Breabaig is in spate.
All in all an enjoyable day which continued at the Aultguish Inn where I celebrated with John and Gerry with a few pints. Raymond and Dougie decided to go straight home. So thanks to these guys for letting me join them on their day.]
User avatar
trekker53
Munro compleatist
 
Posts: 304
Munros:215   Corbetts:88
Fionas:42   Donalds:1
Sub 2000:50   Hewitts:5
Wainwrights:7   
Joined: Apr 8, 2012
Location: Wick

Re: IOOth Munro Conquered.

Postby kevsbald » Thu Apr 19, 2012 4:14 pm

Well done that man!
User avatar
kevsbald
Munro compleatist
 
Posts: 2248
Munros:273   Corbetts:134
Fionas:82   Donalds:53
Sub 2000:16   Hewitts:17
Wainwrights:29   
Joined: Jan 15, 2009
Location: Glasgow

Re: IOOth Munro Conquered.

Postby Bod » Thu Apr 19, 2012 6:06 pm

Very well done, 100 gives a special experience ....... Great stuff. :)
I missed out on the views with these hills. Got to go back and complete the east and west summits.
User avatar
Bod
Walker
 
Posts: 1548
Munros:282   Corbetts:67
Fionas:34   Donalds:21
Sub 2000:44   Hewitts:27
Wainwrights:51   Islands:25
Joined: Jul 30, 2010
Location: Cowdenbeath

Re: IOOth Munro Conquered.

Postby mountain thyme » Thu Apr 19, 2012 9:38 pm

well done on achieving 100
User avatar
mountain thyme
Walker
 
Posts: 984
Munros:40   Corbetts:222
Fionas:12   Donalds:11
Sub 2000:3   Hewitts:1
Wainwrights:1   Islands:17
Joined: Jul 22, 2010
Location: Glasgow

Re: IOOth Munro Conquered.

Postby Mountainlove » Thu Apr 19, 2012 9:51 pm

Congratulations for the 100th...or 106 which you are on at the moment :D Some great photos as well!
User avatar
Mountainlove
Munro compleatist
 
Posts: 1346
Munros:88   Corbetts:54
Fionas:7   Donalds:10
Sub 2000:3   
Islands:10
Joined: Feb 2, 2010
Location: North Ayrshire

Re: IOOth Munro Conquered.

Postby Jockstar » Thu Apr 19, 2012 10:03 pm

Well done on your 100th! :D I love the picture of you guys on the ridge....super photo! :D
User avatar
Jockstar
Munro compleatist
 
Posts: 432
Munros:53   Corbetts:6
Fionas:1   Donalds:1
Sub 2000:5   
Joined: Aug 6, 2010
Location: Kinnesswood

Re: IOOth Munro Conquered.

Postby ScottishLeaf » Fri Apr 20, 2012 12:31 am

Well done on breaking the ton :)
User avatar
ScottishLeaf
Hill Bagger
 
Posts: 357
Munros:114   Corbetts:6
Fionas:2   Donalds:2
Sub 2000:6   
Islands:11
Joined: Mar 13, 2012
Location: Stenhousemuir

Re: IOOth Munro Conquered.

Postby Jock McJock » Fri Apr 20, 2012 7:56 am

Conrgrats on getting to 100 :D
Jock McJock
Mountain Walker
 
Posts: 450
Munros:173   Corbetts:5
Fionas:2   
Sub 2000:1   
Joined: Feb 5, 2010
Location: Dumbarton

Re: IOOth Munro Conquered.

Postby Steve B » Fri Apr 20, 2012 8:32 am

Well done on the 100 :clap: . Love the ridge pictures too :)
Steve B
Munro compleatist
 
Posts: 334
Munros:282   Corbetts:16
Hewitts:62
Wainwrights:40   Islands:9
Joined: Oct 25, 2010
Location: Glasgow

Re: IOOth Munro Conquered.

Postby quoman » Fri Apr 20, 2012 1:15 pm

well done on hitting the 100/106 :lol: hills some excellent photo's and a good read looks like i will have to get up there shortly.
User avatar
quoman
Mountaineer
 
Posts: 960
Munros:282   Corbetts:10
Fionas:1   Donalds:5
Sub 2000:2   
Joined: Nov 14, 2011
Location: larbert

Re: IOOth Munro Conquered.

Postby rockhopper » Fri Apr 20, 2012 1:41 pm

Congratulations on the century - great way to do it. Despite the mist, you certainly had better weather than ealier in the week - cheers :D
User avatar
rockhopper
 
Posts: 7446
Munros:282   Corbetts:222
Fionas:136   Donalds:89+20
Sub 2000:16   Hewitts:2
Wainwrights:3   Islands:20
Joined: May 31, 2009
Location: Glasgow

Re: IOOth Munro Conquered.

Postby 2dalmatians » Fri Apr 20, 2012 7:34 pm

Congratulations!! Brilliant pictures too. :)
User avatar
2dalmatians
Mountaineer
 
Posts: 341
Munros:38   Corbetts:3
Fionas:2   Donalds:2
Sub 2000:7   
Joined: Aug 16, 2010
Location: Stirling

Re: IOOth Munro Conquered.

Postby gammy leg walker » Sun Apr 22, 2012 1:10 pm

Well done reaching your 100th.
User avatar
gammy leg walker
Munro compleatist
 
Posts: 3464
Munros:282   Corbetts:7
Fionas:4   Donalds:3+0
Sub 2000:2   
Islands:7
Joined: Jan 30, 2010
Location: Central Region
Walk wish-list

Re: IOOth Munro Conquered.

Postby Fudgie » Sun Apr 22, 2012 1:14 pm

Congratulations on making it into three figures :thumbup:
User avatar
Fudgie
Mountain Walker
 
Posts: 997
Munros:100   Corbetts:20
Fionas:3   Donalds:7
Joined: Aug 30, 2010
Location: Port Glasgow

Re: IOOth Munro Conquered.

Postby trekker53 » Tue Apr 24, 2012 11:15 pm

Hi All,

Thanks for all the messages of support, look forward to bagging some more in a few weeks whilst staying at Invergarry Lodge.
User avatar
trekker53
Munro compleatist
 
Posts: 304
Munros:215   Corbetts:88
Fionas:42   Donalds:1
Sub 2000:50   Hewitts:5
Wainwrights:7   
Joined: Apr 8, 2012
Location: Wick

Register or Login
free to be able to rate and comment on reports (as well as access 1:25000 mapping).

Next



Can you help support Walkhighlands?


Our forum is free from adverts - your generosity keeps it running.
Can you help support Walkhighlands and this community by donating by direct debit?



Return to Walk reports - Scotland

Who is online

Users browsing this forum: apopis32, Aultguish, mcarey61, Owen b, roxk and 81 guests