Scottish Hillwalking & Activities Group - Hillwalking

Spending a few days in Fort William and planning to do some Corbett/Graham routes.This Corbett walk is in Glen Dessarry and not too far along from the Loch Arkaig car park, the hardest part will be driving to the start point along the twisty windy single track road beside Loch Arkaig.
TERRAIN
From the car park we take a good track to the base of the hill,the walk from that point is a combination of grassy and rocky terrain.Near the summit it narrows to a ridge walk,steep descent from there before we return past the lodge taking us back to the car park.
ROUTE
Route details from Walkhighlands.
Sgùrr Cos na Breachd-laoidh, Loch Arkaig
WALK STATS
Map/Landranger 40 Mallaig & Glenfinnan
Distance: 13 km
Ascent: 861 Metres
Time: estimated 6.00/7.00 hours
PARTICIPATION STATEMENT
The Scottish Hillwalkers and Activities Group recognises that hill walking,scrambling and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death.Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement.
SUITABILITY
If you have a habit of putting your name down for walks and don't turn up or cancelling at the last minute don't sign up for the walk.You must have the fitness and stamina to complete the walk without difficulty. We will walk as a group at a moderate pace.
You are responsible for deciding if this event is suitable for you, coming adequately prepared and looking after yourself on the walk. If there's any questions about suitability, please contact the organiser.
CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT
You must ensure that you come adequately prepared for this walk with hillwalking boots, waterproofs, warm clothes, gloves and hat and food and water.
WEATHER FORECAST
Please make sure you check the weather forecast before you come:
Please remember to check the website the night before the walk - if the weather forecast is very bad we may change or cancel the walk, or move it to a different day.
Websites providing up to date forecasts.

• Sgurr Nan Coireachan (Glen Dessary) (Highland) weather - Met Office
• Sgùrr na Cìche Weather Forecast (1040m)
• LIFTS/MEETUP TIME

We will meet at the car park at the end of Loch Arkaig.If you need a lift please use the comments box below to ask for one.If receiving a lift, agree beforehand with your driver how you're splitting costs, share contact details and keep car tidy.
Please arrive ready to walk. We will only wait for 5 minutes before leaving.
RSVPs
• Yes: You intend to come and will turn up.
If you can't make it, change your RSVP to NO to allow someone else to take your place.
If you need to contact me on the day my number is 07757 940869,best to send a text message.
GROUP ETHOS
Please remember the organiser is not the leader of the walk - we lead ourselves and make decisions and walk AS A GROUP. If you don't like the sound of that, perhaps this walk is not for you :-)
Be considerate: Follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code for COVID-19 https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/access-outdoors-during-current-coronavirus-outbreak-guidance-public-and-land-managers be aware of farm animals, wildlife and nesting birds, keep all your litter and #TakitHame.

SUMMARY
Meall a’ butachaille 810m
6.2k 485m ascent 2 hours.
We will walk in Easy Pace on good path, very short walk to summit , return the same way, not doing the circle.
Grade 2 Bog Factor 2
TERRAIN
Good forest track and good hill path all the way to summit.
START
Glenmore Visitor centre car park

Walkhighland Route

https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/cairngorms/meallabhuachaille.shtml

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. See Winter Skills page for basic information on the essential skills, techniques and knowledge needed for winter hillwalking.
https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/safety/winter-skills.shtml

Participation Statement
“The Scottish Hillwalkers and Activities Group recognises that hill walking, scrambling and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement”
Suitability
You are responsible for deciding if this walk is suitable for you, coming adequately prepared and looking after yourself on the walk. If we think the walk is not suitable for you or you do not seem to have the right equipment, we reserve the right to refuse to let you join, for yours and the group's safety and comfort.
If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch. 07809146713

• Ullapool campsite is huge however doesn't take advance bookings, Ardmair campsite is a bit further north which does, however is a bit out of the way.
• Various hotels and B&Bs - I would suggest not using booking.com as it's a bit rubbish, instead use Google Maps and find B&Bs and book directly.
• The Caledonian Hotel was good although I see they've put their prices up quite a bit for next year. The Royal Hotel is also fairly decent.
• Bunkhouses - as the SYHA at Ullapool books up well in advance, although closer to the time I'd suggest phoning them to see.
• Air B& B - a couple of people booked whole cottages - and remember you can share too!

Hillwalks planned:

Ben Mor Coigach moderate pace - Jim H (doing again due to lack of view in 2025)

Travelling
TBC

Keep an eye on the comments box below for specific details.