Cioch na h'Oighe to Goatfell
Summary
The most dramatic route to Goatfell is via it's northern ridge, a classic and challenging scramble up Cioch na h-Oighe. The route crosses Mullach Buidhe to North Goatfell, before continuing to Goatfell itself. The route is linear and the descent described is to Corrie.
Terrain
There is scrambling and some exposure on Cioch na h'Oighe; optional scrambling on North Goatfell.
Public Transport
Bus to Sannox for start; bus from Corrie at end.
Start
Car park either side of the Sannox Burn bridge.
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.