3,012 ft · Western Highlands, Scotland
A' Ghlas-bheinn
A' Ghlas-bheinn is a 3,012 ft peak in the Western Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the South Ridge via Bealach an Sgairne: 10 mi, 3,440 ft of gain, Class 2.
A' Ghlas-bheinn at a glance
- Elevation3,012 ft918 m
- RouteSouth Ridge via Bealach an SgairneClass 2
- Distance10 mi3,440 ft gain
- Time7 – 9 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeWestern HighlandsScotland
Climbing the South Ridge via Bealach an Sgairne
From Kyle of Lochalsh, take the A87 east past Dornie to the head of Loch Duich and turn off to Morvich. Start from the Morvich car park and follow the path up Gleann Choinneachain on a good stalkers path to Bealach an Sgairne. Turn north up a steep, eroded path on the south ridge, crossing several false summits to the top. Class 2. The upper path is loose and awkward in descent, especially when wet. The road to Dorusduain is signed private, so park at Morvich. Often combined with Beinn Fhada, or extended to the Falls of Glomach on a longer circuit.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (30–40 L)
Hiking Boots
Water
Offline Maps
Headlamp
Satellite Communicator
Whistle
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Sun Hat
Midlayer
Insulated Jacket
Hardshell Jacket
Warm Hat
Buff
Midweight Gloves
Trekking Poles
GPS Device
Power Bank
Water Filter
First-Aid Kit
Emergency Bivy
What to watch for
- Slippery terrain
- Loose rock
- Low visibility
- Route-finding difficulty
Quests with A' Ghlas-bheinn
MunrosPeaks near A' Ghlas-bheinn
Frequently asked questions
How tall is A' Ghlas-bheinn?
A' Ghlas-bheinn is 3,012 feet (918 m) tall. It is in the Western Highlands, Scotland.
How does A' Ghlas-bheinn rank among the Munros?
At 3,012 feet, A' Ghlas-bheinn is the 274th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike A' Ghlas-bheinn?
The South Ridge via Bealach an Sgairne is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 10 miles with 3,440 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike A' Ghlas-bheinn?
Most people take 7 – 9 hours round trip on the South Ridge via Bealach an Sgairne, covering 10 miles with 3,440 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike A' Ghlas-bheinn?
The South Ridge via Bealach an Sgairne needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 10 miles with 3,440 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.
When is the best time to hike A' Ghlas-bheinn?
The usual hiking window is May to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
What is the trailhead elevation for A' Ghlas-bheinn?
The South Ridge via Bealach an Sgairne starts at about 30 feet, roughly 2,982 feet below the summit.
Climb A' Ghlas-bheinn with Yak
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