3,238 ft · Northwest Highlands, Scotland
Lurg Mhòr
Lurg Mhòr is a 3,238 ft peak in the Northwest Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Allt Coire Calavie: 21 mi, 4,430 ft of gain, Class 2.
Lurg Mhòr at a glance
- Elevation3,238 ft986 m
- RouteAllt Coire CalavieClass 2
- Distance21 mi4,430 ft gain
- Time13 – 15 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeNorthwest HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Allt Coire Calavie
From Lochcarron, drive the A890 past Strathcarron to Attadale by Loch Carron. Start from the Attadale car park and take the estate track east past Bendronaig Lodge to Loch Calavie; a mountain bike saves hours here. Climb beside the Allt Coire Calavie on wet ground to the bealach below Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich, then follow a good path up the Class 2 west ridge to the summit. The narrow crest east to Meall Mor crosses exposed, slippery slabs. Usually combined with Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich. Bendronaig bothy offers shelter for a split trip. Burns rise fast in rain and there is no signal.
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
- Stream crossing
- Low visibility
Quests with Lurg Mhòr
MunrosPeaks near Lurg Mhòr
Frequently asked questions
How tall is Lurg Mhòr?
Lurg Mhòr is 3,238 feet (986 m) tall. It is in the Northwest Highlands, Scotland.
How does Lurg Mhòr rank among the Munros?
At 3,238 feet, Lurg Mhòr is the 159th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Lurg Mhòr?
The Allt Coire Calavie 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 Lurg Mhòr?
Most people take 13 – 15 hours round trip on the Allt Coire Calavie, 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 Lurg Mhòr?
The Allt Coire Calavie 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 Lurg Mhòr?
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 Lurg Mhòr 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