3,274 ft · Northwest Highlands, Scotland
Ben More Assynt
Ben More Assynt is a 3,274 ft peak in the Northwest Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Normal Route via Conival: 10 mi, 3,530 ft of gain, Class 2.
Ben More Assynt at a glance
- Elevation3,274 ft997 m
- RouteNormal Route via ConivalClass 2
- Distance10 mi3,530 ft gain
- Time7 – 9 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeNorthwest HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Normal Route via Conival
From Ullapool, take the A835 north and the A837 to the Inchnadamph Hotel car park. Cross the River Traligill, follow the private road past Inchnadamph Lodge and the path up Gleann Dubh, then climb steeply to the bealach below Conival and on to its summit. Continue east along the rocky Class 2 ridge, down a stony arete to a bealach and over a subsidiary top to the summit. The standard route crosses Conival in both directions. Quartzite scree and boulders make slow going, and the ridge is exposed to high winds with little shelter. Paths are faint up high, so carry a map and compass and allow a long day.
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
- Loose rock
- High winds
- Low visibility
- Slippery terrain
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Ben More Assynt?
Ben More Assynt is 3,274 feet (997 m) tall. It is in the Northwest Highlands, Scotland.
How does Ben More Assynt rank among the Munros?
At 3,274 feet, Ben More Assynt is the 142nd highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Ben More Assynt?
The Normal Route via Conival 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 3,530 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Ben More Assynt?
Most people take 7 – 9 hours round trip on the Normal Route via Conival, covering 10 miles with 3,530 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Ben More Assynt?
The Normal Route via Conival needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 10 miles with 3,530 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 Ben More Assynt?
The usual hiking window is May to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
Climb Ben More Assynt with Yak
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