An Gearanach · Stob Coire a' Chàirn · Am Bodach · Sgùrr a' Mhàim
Ring of Steall
Scramble · Grade 1Grade details
Grades describe the named technical sections, not every metre of the route.
Ring of Steall (Summer): Grade 1 Grade reference
Route overview
A classic and physically demanding high-level horseshoe traversing the heart of the Mamores. Starting from Glen Nevis, this classic circuit links four Munros via spectacular, narrow ridges and airy scrambles. It offers a superb, sustained mountain day with exceptional views of the Ben Nevis massif and the surrounding Highlands.
Terrain and underfoot
Underfoot conditions vary from well-defined mountain paths to rough, rocky ridges. The route features several sections of exposed, grade 1 scrambling, notably along the rocky arête of An Garbhanach and the narrow crest of the Devil's Ridge. The initial crossing of the Water of Nevis via a three-cable wire bridge or a wade, which can become impassable when the river is in spate. Descents are sustained and exceptionally steep, particularly the final drop from Sgùrr a' Mhaim.
- Distance
- 16.5 km
- Ascent
- 1,796 m
- Typical time
- 6.5 - 8 hoursStandard moving time
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Getting there and parking
Driving and parking
Upper Glen Nevis road end
Drive to the car park at the end of the public road in Glen Nevis, just before the gorge approach. This is the walking start for the Ring of Steall and the upper-glen Aonach Mòr route.
An unmarked gravel car park at the end of the glen road. Keep the central access and turning aisle clear.
Approximately 15 to 25 cars
- Cost and payment
- The council tariff is £3 up to three hours, £4 up to six hours, £5 up to 12 hours or £10 up to 24 hours.
- Before you go
- The maximum stay is 24 hours. Motorhomes are not permitted between 22:00 and 08:00.
Sources checked 2 October 2026
- Highland Council: Variation Four Order 2025, made 29 June 2026, operative 10 July 2026
- Highland Council: Lochaber parking report, 14 May 2024
- Highland Council: scanned 2024 tariff variation notice, historical CP0143 row
- Highland Council: Lochaber parking approval, 14 May 2026
- Highland Council: parking consultations, made Variation Four notice July 2026
- Google Maps location check: Upper Glen Nevis road end (9)