Buachaille Etive Beag's bealach connects the paths from Lairig Eilde to the west and Lairig Gartain to the east. These are the two popular ways up onto the mountain's spine. On a clear day, the bealach gives you a great view of the Aonach Eagach's jagged ridgeline.

From here, you have a choice of two Munros, or you can do both by returning to the bealach. It's a short and steep ascent to Stob Corie Raineach to the northeast, while a longer ridge traverse to the southwest brings you to Stob Dubh.

Inga

September 10, 2022

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Perfect place to rest up after the arduous climb and figure out which one of the two Munros to tackle first.

Jo | The Wandering Wildflower

September 23, 2022

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A very handy spot for a breather before tackling either one of the peaks at Buchaille Etive Beag!

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1. Buachaille Etive Beag: Stob Dubh and Stob Coire Raineach

8.42km

03:38

760m

Hike Buachaille Etive Beag: Stob Dubh and Stob Coire Raineach, a moderate 5.2-mile route with panoramic views in Glencoe National Nature Res

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2. Lairig Gartain Valley – Buachaille Etive Beag Pass loop from Stob nan Cabar

11.1km

04:31

510m

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

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3. Buachaille Etive Beag Pass – Lairig Gartain Valley loop from Glencoe National Nature Reserve

11.1km

04:34

510m

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

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Location: Glencoe And Glen Etive, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Buachaille Etive Beag Pass

1. Buachaille Etive Beag: Stob Dubh and Stob Coire Raineach

2. Lairig Gartain Valley – Buachaille Etive Beag Pass loop from Stob nan Cabar

3. Buachaille Etive Beag Pass – Lairig Gartain Valley loop from Glencoe National Nature Reserve

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