Spidean Coire nan Clach, Beinn Eighe

Beinn Eighe is one of Torridon’s magnificent trinity of iconic mountains, a gigantic mini range in itself, with many lofty summits and muscular ridges. Hikes to Spidean Coire nan Clach take you to the central apex of this great sprawling giant, a superb vantage to look out over the wild landscape of the North West Highlands.

Beinn Eighe is not as technical as nearby Liathach, though you may be required to use your hands occasionally. If approaching from the east, the ridge between Creag Dubh and Sgurr an Fhir Dhuibhe, known as the Black Carls, is a short and enjoyable grade one scramble.

Once you top out on the quartzite strewn summit of Spidean Coire nan Clach, an awesome view of the rest of the massif unfolds before you. Its great northern arms arc outwards, enclosing tremendous secluded corries. The arms culminate on the high summits of Ruadh-stac Mòr and Ruadh-stac Beag.

The most direct walking routes to Spidean Coire nan Clach start from the road between Kinlochewe and Torridon, both of which make excellent bases with plenty of accommodation options. Beinn Eighe is serious business in winter and should be left to those with mountaineering skills and equipment.