Fort William

Stob Choire Claurigh

1,177 metres · 1 detailed route

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Stob Choire Claurigh · Stob Coire an Laoigh · Sgùrr Chòinnich Mòr

Grey Corries

Route overview

This classic, high-level traverse follows the quartzite ridge of the Grey Corries, taking in three Munros. Characterised by its pale, stony crests and deep corries, the route offers a demanding day out for hillwalkers, with extensive views across the Lochaber peaks and an airy feel throughout.

Terrain and underfoot

The high ridge is predominantly rough, rocky, and stony, with some narrow, airy sections and light scrambling that can be bypassed. In contrast, the initial ascent and final descent cross pathless, wet, and boggy grassy slopes. Navigation is straightforward in clear weather but requires care on the complex, craggy plateau in poor visibility.

Distance
21.8 km
Ascent
1,775 m
Typical time
7.5 - 9.5 hoursStandard moving time
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Getting there and parking

Driving and parking

Grey Corries, Corriechoille track junction

The Grey Corries route starts at the track junction beyond Corriechoille, grid NN252793, reached by a rough, potholed track. This is separate from the Stob Bàn gate start.

A compact apron at the forest-road junction. Keep the junction open and check rough-track access before travelling.

Approximately 6 to 10 cars

Before you go
Forestry and fencing work has affected access. Check current closures before travelling; do not assume the rough track is open.
Sources checked 2 October 2026

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Guidebook & paper maps

The Munros

Scottish Mountaineering Club · 4th edition (2021)

  • M15 · p. 116
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Walking the Munros · Volume 1

Cicerone

Southern, Central and Western Highlands

  • Guide route 3 · p. 44

Latest edition: 4th (2021) · reprinted 2024. Edition of page references unconfirmed.

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Peak Bagging: Munros · Volume 1

Nicola Hardy · 2025

The Grey CorriesGuide route 43 · p. 213

Hub 7 - Fort William

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The Munro Almanac

Cameron McNeish · 2011

Ben Nevis and the Aonachs

  • Munro description · p. 45

100 Best Routes on Scottish Mountains

Ralph Storer · 1997

The Grey CorriesGuide route 26 · p. 58

Page numbers vary by edition.

OS Explorer · 1:25,000
  • 392Ben Nevis & Fort William
OS Landranger · 1:50,000
  • 41Ben Nevis

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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.