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Stob Coire Sgreamhach
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Stob Coire Sgreamhach could hardly be more dramatically situated. It stands high and proud above Coire Gabhail, the Lost Valley of Glencoe, and rises to a prominent peak at the end of the magnificent Beinn Fhada ridge. Views to the Aonach Eagach, the distant Ben Nevis and the two Buachailles are sensational.
Walking routes to Stob Coire Sgreamhach can make use of a fairy-tale journey through the Lost Valley, whilst paths also link it to the higher Bidean Nam Bian. Athletic and experienced mountain-going dogs should be fine, but any route to the summit is part of a long day on the hill.
Glencoe has a wealth of accommodation options, from famous hotels and inns to well-equipped campsites and basic lodges.
In winter conditions, this is an extremely serious mountain, prone to avalanches and a testing arena for even experienced mountaineers.
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Tips
17. oktober 2022
Vandring
Stob Coire Sgreamhach is usually ascended from the northeast, either via the Lost Valley or the Lairig Eilde. While the ascent is not particularly technical, the final section up to Bealach Dearg is steep, loose and requires care.
19. oktober 2023
Løping
The rocky summit stands at 1072 metres above Coire Gabhail, and offers some amazing views, and interesting and technical mountain-running terrain.
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Ruter i nærheten
Beste ruter i nærheten av Stob Coire Sgreamhach
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1 096
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11,6km
05:12
1 150m
1 150m
Embark on a challenging hike through the Bidean nam Bian and Stop Coire Sgreamhach loop, a difficult route covering 7.2 miles (11.6 km) with a significant 3759 feet (1146 metres) of elevation gain. This strenuous journey typically takes around 5 hours and 12 minutes to complete, leading you past beautiful waterfalls and up steep sections of scree and rocky crests. As you ascend, you will encounter some easy rock-scrambling, eventually reaching panoramic views of the Glencoe peaks and the Ben Nevis range on clear days. The trail offers a dramatic experience, with the iconic Aonach Eagach ridge often visible in the distance.
This demanding route is best suited for experienced hillwalkers with a good level of fitness. Be prepared for varied terrain, including boulder fields and potentially loose ground, especially during the descent through the Lost Valley. While the trail is accessible, it is not recommended in winter or snowy conditions unless you have specialist gear and experience, as certain sections can retain snow and ice into early summer. Always check local conditions before you head out.
The Bidean nam Bian loop is notable for including two Munros, Bidean nam Bian itself, which is the highest point in Argyll, and Stob Coire Sgreamhach. You will also explore the unique and dramatic hidden glen known as the Lost Valley, or Coire Gabhail, a place steeped in local lore where the river mysteriously disappears underground. This trail offers close-up views of the famous Three Sisters of Glencoe, making it a significant mountaineering challenge in one of Scotland's most iconic landscapes.
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19
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15,2km
06:40
1 130m
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Hike the challenging Bidean nam Bian Massif Loop in Glencoe, a 9.5-mile route with 3713 feet of gain and stunning Scottish Highlands views.
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Høydemeter 1 130 m
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torsdag 17. september
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