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Ben Hope Summit
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The most northerly Munro, Ben Hope draws hikers from all around to summit its majestic, remote peak. At 3,041 feet (927 m), this distinctive mountain is not just high, but …
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Trail Magazine
December 13, 2019
Hiking
Most travel long distances to reach the foot of the most northerly Munro, buoyed by the promise of magical coastal views of the Orkney Islands. Climb the broad south ridge, safely to the side of the mountain’s precipitous western crags, for a feeling of isolation rarely found on other hills – you won’t be disappointed.
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September 14, 2023
Running
Ben Hope stands at 927 m. It's the most northerly of the Munros and a bit of a northern outlier of the other highest mountains in Scotland.
The normal route follows the mountain path from the road in the south. You can loop around the northern ridge, but the ground is more serious.
The normal route follows the mountain path from the road in the south. You can loop around the northern ridge, but the ground is more serious.
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7.60km
04:31
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890m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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03:39
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Hike the Ben Hope North Ridge Loop, Scotland's most northerly Munro, offering challenging terrain and panoramic views over 7.3 miles.
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Elevation 910 m
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