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South Glen Shiel Ridge
Route overview
This classic, high-level traverse is one of the most celebrated ridge walks in the Highlands, taking in seven Munro summits in a single continuous line. Offering exceptional, expansive views over Kintail and Knoydart, the route follows an undulating crest. It is a physically demanding outing due to its length and cumulative ascent, requiring transport logistics between the start and finish.
Terrain and underfoot
Underfoot, the route features a well-defined, mostly grassy ridge path with excellent walking, though punctuated by short, rocky sections and minor scrambling. The initial ascent and final descent use stalker's paths, which can be boggy and rough in places. Navigation is generally straightforward in clear weather but requires care on the broad plateau sections. The final descent involves a burn crossing that may be difficult in spate if the footbridge is avoided.
- Distance
- 27.1 km
- Ascent
- 1,823 m
- Typical time
- 8.5 - 11 hoursStandard moving time
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Getting there and parking
Driving and parking
Old Cluanie to Tomdoun road: South Glen Shiel Ridge
The South Glen Shiel Ridge route starts about 50 metres along the old private road just east of Cluanie Inn, grid NH079117. Hotel parking is separate and needs its own permission.
- Before you go
- Walking access on the old road does not permit driving farther.
- Walking approach and return
- This seven-Munro traverse finishes about 9 km west along the A87. Arrange retrieval in advance; it is not a closed circuit.