Loch Lochy Munros from Kilfinnan

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Summary

Sròn a' Choire Ghairbh and Meall na Teanga rise steeply above Lochy Lochy opposite the busy A82, and are commonly known as the Loch Lochy Munros. Their ascent from Kilfinnan begins with an approach through dense plantations, but once on the hills the views are superb.

Grade (key)

Bog Factor (key)

3.25/5

Rating

Terrain

Long but fairly straightforward hillwalking route onto predominantly grassy hills; the paths cross steep slopes at times.

Public Transport

No buses to Kilfinnan. Nearest public transport would be on the A82(T) at Laggan Locks, just under two kilometres away.

Start

Kilfinnan Farm. Open in Google Maps.

Walk Statistics

Distance: 19km / 11.75 miles
Time: 7 - 9 hours
Ascent: 1258m (Profile)
Start Grid Ref: NN278958

Summits Climbed

Munro: Sròn a' Choire Ghaibh
Munro: Meall na Teanga

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Walk Description

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Stage 1

There is a tarmac car park at Kilfinnan, part of which is available to walkers even during the hydro construction project. Begin the walk by crossing the bridge and following the Great Glen Way track which heads to the right uphill. Soon the track enters the forest and passes the entrances to a couple of groups of chalets.

Stage 2

When the track forks, take the right fork (also the Great Glen Way) and continuing on the track which rises gently through the trees. Eventually the track descends very slightly, and after about two and a half kilometres beyond the fork there is a boulder and a footpath sign on the right of the track; this is the place to turn off right onto the footpath.

Stage 3

The well constructed path climbs steeply through the dense forest. Eventually it passes through a gate, and beyond this it becomes stony as it climbs through an area of natural birchwoods. There is a fine waterfall almost hidden by the trees down to the left. All trees are soon left behind and the 'Cam Bhealach' path continues clearly along the north side of the valley of the Allt Glas Doire, aiming for the narrow pass between the two hills. This route follows the line of an old 'Coffin Road' and was used by crofters from the remote region to the north to carry their dead to the graveyard at Kilfinnan. Continue right up to the bealach itself.

Stage 4

Both Munros are readily climbed from here. Sròn a' Choire Garbh rises steeply on the north side of the bealach, but there is an excellent stalkers path which zig-zags to and fro up the slope, making the ascent much easier.

Stage 5

Eventually the stalkers path ends; continue up across grassy open slopes to reach the edge of the broken cliffs above Coire Garbh. Bear left to make the final short walk northwest along the edge to reach the summit cairn. Sròn a' Choire Ghairbh is 937m, and gives impressive views looking northeast along the Great Glen, as well as over towards the Knoydart mountains.

Stage 6

Most eyes, however, will be drawn to the next Munro, Meall na Teanga, backed by Ben Nevis. Retrace your steps all the way back down the stalkers' path to return to the bealach.

Stage 7

This time head south from the bealach, initially up a steep and worn path. This climbs above a gully before cutting across the slopes to reach a broad grassy bealach between Meall Dubh and Meall na Teanga. From here the path climbs steeply once more before cutting across the slope to gain the broad north ridge of Meall na Teanga. Turn south along this to reach the summit. There are excellent views down to Loch Lochy far below. A

Stage 8

At 918m Meall na Teanga is one of the smaller Munros, but it has a better view than its higher neighbour - with Ben Nevis and Loch Linnhe being very well seen in good conditions, whilst a narrow ridge leads on towards its southwestern summit - Meall Coire Lochain.

Stage 9

Retrace your steps once more back down to the bealach, and then follow the coffin path back into the forest and return to Kilfinnan.

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