The Top 7 Mountain Passes around Assynt
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around Assynt and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: November 3, 2025
Conival
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A Sutherland beauty, nestled high in the Scottish Highlands, Conival is a wonderful Munro mountain, standing at 987m, you are treated to lovely views down to Loch Assynt. I can recommend the approach from Inchnadamph.
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Ben Stack
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Ben Stack is a nice pointy mountain, standing at 721 m. It's classified as a Fiona.
The classic walk is up the fairly pathless and sometimes boggy south-eastern ridge. The reward is a great distinct summit and far-reaching views.
The classic walk is up the fairly pathless and sometimes boggy south-eastern ridge. The reward is a great distinct summit and far-reaching views.
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Sàil Gharbh (Quinag Summit)
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Even alongside the other iconic mountains of Assynt and Sutherland, Quinag is a bit special. This complex ‘Y’ shaped massif is characterised by its three dramatic ridges radiating from a …
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View of Quinag and Loch Torr an Lochain
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From this viewpoint, you can see the mighty impressive Quinag and also South towards the ridge of Suilven across Loch Torr an Lochain.
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Bealach nam Fiann Pass
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The Bealach nam Fiann is the pass to the west of Meall Diamhain. The track follows an old pass route but it has been widened somewhat for use by logging trucks. Enjoy the fantastic panoramic views of the surrounding mountains
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