3,100 ft · Northwest Highlands, Scotland
Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich
Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich is a 3,100 ft peak in the Northwest Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Sail Riabhach Ridge: 21 mi, 4,430 ft of gain, Class 2.
Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich at a glance
- Elevation3,100 ft944 m
- RouteSail Riabhach RidgeClass 2
- Distance21 mi4,430 ft gain
- Time13 – 15 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeNorthwest HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Sail Riabhach Ridge
From Lochcarron, take the A890 past Strathcarron to Attadale on the shore of Loch Carron. Start from the Attadale car park and follow the long estate track inland past Bendronaig Lodge to Loch Calavie; most walkers cycle this section. Leave the track and climb onto the Sail Riabhach ridge, a rough, pathless Class 2 line that steepens to the narrow summit crest. Usually combined with Lurg Mhor from the bealach between them. Bendronaig bothy or a wild camp can split the trip. The ground is wet and navigation in mist is awkward. Start early, carry a map, and expect no phone signal beyond the road.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (55–75 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
- Remote location
- Boggy terrain
- Steep exposure
- Low visibility
Quests with Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich?
Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich is 3,100 feet (944 m) tall. It is in the Northwest Highlands, Scotland.
How does Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich rank among the Munros?
At 3,100 feet, Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich is the 225th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich?
The Sail Riabhach Ridge is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 21 miles with 4,430 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich?
Most people take 13 – 15 hours round trip on the Sail Riabhach Ridge, covering 21 miles with 4,430 feet of elevation gain. That is a long day, so start before dawn and set a turnaround time.
Can a beginner hike Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich?
The Sail Riabhach Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 21 miles with 4,430 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 Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich?
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 Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich?
The Sail Riabhach Ridge starts at about 40 feet, roughly 3,060 feet below the summit.
Climb Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich with Yak
Plan your route on a topo map, check the summit forecast, then log your climb and see what is left on your list