Beinn Fhionnlaidh (Càrn Eige) · Càrn Eige · Màm Sodhail
Càrn Eige, Màm Sodhail and Beinn Fhionnlaidh
Route overview
An exceptionally demanding expedition traversing the high, grassy ridges of Glen Affric to claim three remote Munros. This classic circuit features the two highest peaks north of the Great Glen, offering immense high-altitude plateau walking, a dramatic northern spur to Beinn Fhionnlaidh, and a scenic descent over Sgùrr na Lapaich with superb views of the ancient pine forests below.
Terrain and underfoot
Underfoot conditions are highly varied, combining well-constructed estate tracks and excellent high-level grassy ridges with sections of rough, boggy glen paths. The high ridges feature some rocky, loose terrain and a bypassable pinnacled crest. Navigation is generally clear in good visibility but requires care on the vast, complex plateaux. The crossing of the Allt Toll Easa can become impassable during periods of heavy rain or snowmelt.
- Distance
- 28.5 km
- Ascent
- 2,036 m
- Typical time
- 9.5 - 11.5 hoursStandard moving time
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Getting there and parking
Driving and parking
Chisholm Bridge, Glen Affric western loch access
The woodland car park is about 200 to 250 metres east of Chisholm Bridge, near the head of Loch Beinn a’ Mheadhoin. For Càrn Eige, walk west along the road to the recorded start at Chisholm Bridge. The Tom a’ Chòinich and Toll Creagach route starts at the car park. This is separate from the picnic car park farther east beside the loch.
A signed woodland-car-park entrance. Trees screen the parking farther inside.