Ben More Coigach Hike
Key facts about the hike
- Difficulty
- Hard Hikes are rated from very easy to very hard: my difficulty scale
- Duration
- 6h Estimated time, short breaks included (photos, water, snacks), picnic not included: how it is calculated
- Distance
- 11.2km
- Elevation gain
- 910m
- Type of route
- Loop
- Maximum altitude
- 743 m
- Vertiginous Five levels, depending on how exposed the route is: the levels in detail
- Moderately
- Marked
- No
- Popularity
- Low
- Region
- Ullapool
- Start point
- 57.98412, -5.28019
- Activity
- Hiking
Hike overview
The Ben More Coigach hike takes you to the heart of the northwestern Highlands of Scotland, where this majestic peak rises steeply above Loch Broom at an altitude of 743 meters. Thanks to its coastal location and high prominence, the hike offers spectacular views stretching from Ullapool to the Summer Isles and, to the north, from Coigach to the iconic peaks of the stunning Assynt region.
This loop hike takes you on a journey to discover three peaks linked by a ridge with exceptional views, making this route of the most beautiful ones in Scotland. It's an experience not to be missed!
Map and elevation profile of the hike
Ben More Coigach Hike
Description and difficulties of the hike
This hike requires good physical condition and solid navigation skills. With 910 meters of elevation gain over 11.2 kilometers, the route crosses rough terrain where trails are often poorly visible or absent. Using a GPS or having excellent orientation skills is essential, especially in bad weather.
The initial ascent to Garbh Choireachan, the first peak on the route, is the most challenging part: the slopes are steep, and the terrain is rough at the end of the climb. While the ridge does not present any major technical difficulties, it is very exposed to the wind, which can impede progress in bad weather.
The final descent across the moorland is not particularly difficult but requires careful navigation to find your way back.
What you'll love
- An exceptional 360-degree panorama from the summits: Admire the Summer Isles scattered across the Atlantic Ocean, Loch Broom, and the distinctive mountains of Assynt, such as Suilven, Stac Pollaidh, and Cùl Mòr.
- A spectacular ridge crossing offering magnificent views on both sides.
- Remarkable Torridonian sandstone geological formations.
- The rarely used route, guaranteeing total immersion in the wilderness of the northwestern Highlands.
Photos
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