Ben Nevis by the Càrn Mòr Dearg Arête

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For experienced, fit mountain walkers who do not mind easy scrambling but are not climbers, this is the finest way to climb Ben Nevis. This is a truly spectacular route incorporating two Munros. It will live long in the memory and does true justice to the mountain.

Terrain

Good mountain paths for much of the route; pathless section on descent with burn crossing. The traverse of the arête is a long but easy scramble.

Public Transport

None to start; nearest bus Torlundy.

Start

North Face car park, near Torlundy. Open start point in Google Maps for directions.

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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