Torridon

Slioch

981 metres · 1 detailed route

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Slioch

Slioch, near Kinlochewe

Route overview

An outstanding and iconic Torridon mountain, Slioch rises dramatically above the shores of Loch Maree. Starting from Incheril, the route follows a scenic approach along the river and lochside before a steep, rugged climb leads to the high, open plateau. The return traverses the narrow eastern ridge to Sgùrr an Tuill Bhàin before a pathless descent.

Terrain and underfoot

The initial approach follows well-defined, low-level paths and tracks. The ascent becomes increasingly steep and rough, with eroded, rocky sections on the upper slopes of the ridge. The descent from Sgùrr an Tuill Bhàin is pathless and can be boggy underfoot, requiring careful route-finding to rejoin the main outward path at the bealach.

Distance
19.4 km
Ascent
1,250 m
Typical time
6 - 7.5 hoursStandard moving time
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Getting there and parking

Driving and parking

Incheril parking for Slioch and the eastern Fisherfield approach

The walking start is at the signed car park at Incheril, grids NH038624 and NH037623. Keep the entrances, central circulation and village access clear.

Unmarked gravel parking in two pockets around trees. Keep the central circulation, entrances and narrow access arms clear.

Approximately 10 to 15 cars

Walking approach and return
Slioch leaves by the upper path past the cemetery. The eastern Fisherfield route leaves by the vehicle entrance and lane before the house gate.
Sources checked 2 October 2026

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Guidebook & paper maps

The Munros

Scottish Mountaineering Club · 4th edition (2021)

  • M170 · p. 310
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Walking the Munros · Volume 2

Cicerone

Northern Highlands and the Cairngorms

  • Guide route 58 · p. 245

Latest edition: 4th (2022). Edition of page references unconfirmed.

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The Munro Almanac

Cameron McNeish · 2011

The Dundonnell and Fisherfield Hills

  • Munro description · p. 111

100 Best Routes on Scottish Mountains

Ralph Storer · 1997

SliochGuide route 62 · p. 130

Page numbers vary by edition.

OS Explorer · 1:25,000
  • 433Torridon – Beinn Eighe & Liathach
OS Landranger · 1:50,000
  • 19Gairloch & Ullapool

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Mountain planning note

Route times and descriptions are planning estimates. Recheck mountain weather, access, daylight, river levels and your own experience before setting out.