Ben Hope
Ben Hope
Route overview
Ben Hope is the most northerly Munro, rising as an isolated, prominent peak above the vast peatlands of Sutherland. This direct out-and-back route offers a relatively short but steep climb. The reward is an outstanding panoramic view stretching across the northern flow country to the dramatic coastline and the open sea beyond.
Terrain and underfoot
The route follows a clear, eroded path that is steep, rocky, and often wet underfoot, particularly in the lower sections alongside the Allt a' Mhuiseil. After a flatter grassy terrace, the path ascends the broad southern ridge via steep zig-zags. Navigation is straightforward in clear conditions, but the summit plateau terminates abruptly in sheer cliffs to the north and west, requiring care in poor visibility.
- Distance
- 7.3 km
- Ascent
- 914 m
- Typical time
- 3 - 4 hoursStandard moving time
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Getting there and parking
Driving and parking
Strathmore roadside parking for Ben Hope
The walking start is at Strathmore, grid NC462476, roughly 3 km south of the head of Loch Hope. Use the parking area by the signed ascent path and leave the road, path entrance and turning space clear.
Rough gravel and grass parking beside the single-track road. Keep the road, path, passing space and stream edge clear.
Approximately 10 to 15 cars