Monamenach, Glen Isla

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Summary

Monamenach is a rounded, heathery hill on the watershed between Glen Isla and Glen Shee. Approached from the former a high level start at the head of the glen makes this one of the shortest walks up a Corbett, though the ascent is fairly steep.

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Grade (key)

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Bog Factor (key)

  • 3.5/5

Rating

Terrain

Rough hill track.

Public Transport

None.

Start

Auchavan at the head of Glen Isla. Open in Google Maps.

Hillwalking in Winter

Please note that hillwalking when there is snow lying requires an ice-axe, crampons and the knowledge, experience and skill to use them correctly. All route descriptions and difficulties given here are for summer conditions. See our Winter Skills page for basic information on the essential skills, techniques and knowledge needed for winter hillwalking.

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