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The best mountain hikes in Scotland

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Want to explore more of the mountains in the United Kingdom? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of mountain hikes in Scotland to bring you the top routes in the region. To see which Tour is right for you, browse real photos and tips uploaded by other mountain hikers, see detail-rich breakdowns at the click of a button—and find your perfect route for your next mountain hike in Scotland.

Last updated: November 28, 2025

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1. Lochan a’ Choire Campsite – Ben Nevis Summit loop from Glen Nevis

16.4km

08:02

1,310m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Fingal's Rock – Old Man of Storr loop from Kensaleyre

6.81km

02:45

340m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Coire Gabhail (Hidden Valley) – View of Stob Coire Sgreamhach loop from Kentallen

11.7km

06:49

1,180m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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4. Fir Bhreugach (328 m) – Meall na Suiramach loop from Staffin

6.85km

02:46

290m

Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5. Ben Macdui Summit – Cairn Gorm Summit loop from Boat of Garten

19.2km

06:59

910m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6. View from Ben A'an loop from Strathyre

4.01km

01:40

320m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Kilt Rock and Mealt Falls – The Old Man of Storr loop from Kensaleyre

4.05km

01:55

290m

Moderate mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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8. Stob Dearg Summit – Stob na Broige loop from Bridge of Orchy

14.5km

07:20

1,010m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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9. Ben Arthur (The Cobbler) loop from Succoth

11.8km

04:54

840m

Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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10. Summit of Stob Dubh – Summit of Stob Coire Raineach loop from Kentallen

8.46km

04:49

800m

Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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The best mountain hikes in Scotland

1. Lochan a’ Choire Campsite – Ben Nevis Summit loop from Glen Nevis

2. Fingal's Rock – Old Man of Storr loop from Kensaleyre

3. Coire Gabhail (Hidden Valley) – View of Stob Coire Sgreamhach loop from Kentallen

4. Fir Bhreugach (328 m) – Meall na Suiramach loop from Staffin

5. Ben Macdui Summit – Cairn Gorm Summit loop from Boat of Garten

6. View from Ben A'an loop from Strathyre

7. Kilt Rock and Mealt Falls – The Old Man of Storr loop from Kensaleyre

8. Stob Dearg Summit – Stob na Broige loop from Bridge of Orchy

9. Ben Arthur (The Cobbler) loop from Succoth

10. Summit of Stob Dubh – Summit of Stob Coire Raineach loop from Kentallen

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