Highlight • Viewpoint
Blà Bheinn Summit
Hiking
4.8
(31)
Mountaineering
5.0
(2)
That’s not to say you won’t need your hands every once in a while. After all, this is a mountain built of the same viciously dark, gabbro foundations as the Sgùrrs to the west. Fortunately, when dry, gabbro is one of the grippiest rocks around. Unfortunately, this trait is reversed when wet.
The great Cuillin outlier and one of the most spectacular mountains in Britain
Blà Bheinn’s complex form is completely unmistakable. Its distinctive twin summits and muscular ramparts are a maze of gullies and jumbled rock, like the petrified backbone of some gargantuan beast.
Walking routes to Blà Bheinn from the head of Loch Slapin enjoy the classic vantage of the mountain and ascend steeply, whilst approaches from remote Camasunary Bay take on the rocky staircase that is its long south ridge. Take care between the two main summits, as a steep gully clamber is unavoidable.
Regardless of route choice, you’ll be blessed by simply awe-inspiring views of the jagged profile of the main Cuillin ridge. If you’re really lucky, you might catch a sight of one of the resident golden eagles gliding high above Loch Coruisk. From the summit, the view north over neighbouring Garbh-bheinn to the lochs and islands of the Inner Sound and the Sound of Raasay is sensational.
Elgol is the starting point for a walk along the coast to Camasunary Bay and its bothy. The bay is also a majestic spot for a wild camp. Torrin is a good base for approaches from the east, with a number of lodging options. Broadford is the closest centre, with more choice of accommodation.
In winter conditions, Blà Bheinn is as serious as they come in Britain and should be left to experienced mountaineers with appropriate equipment.
Routes leading to this Highlight may be dangerous
Routes may comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Blà Bheinn Summit
4.7
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677
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8.73km
04:35
880m
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Hike the difficult 5.4-mile Blà Bheinn loop from Loch Slapin for panoramic views of the Cuillin Ridge and Scottish Highlands.
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(2)
31
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16.8km
07:26
1,100m
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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05:28
920m
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Hike the difficult 6.1-mile (9.8 km) Camasunary bothy to Blà Bheinn route for panoramic views of Skye's Cuillin Ridge.
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Elevation 890 m
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Family Friendly
no
Wheelchair access
no
Dog Friendly
yes
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Max wind speed: 21.0 km/h
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