3,222 ft · Western Highlands, Scotland
Mullach na Dheiragain
Mullach na Dheiragain is a 3,222 ft peak in the Western Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Bealach nan Daoine from Alltbeithe: 27 mi, 5,910 ft of gain, Class 2.
Mullach na Dheiragain at a glance
- Elevation3,222 ft982 m
- RouteBealach nan Daoine from AlltbeitheClass 2
- Distance27 mi5,910 ft gain
- Time2 – 3 daysHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeWestern HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Bealach nan Daoine from Alltbeithe
From Cannich on the A831, drive the single-track road to the end of Glen Affric. Start from the River Affric car park (paid parking) and walk the track to Alltbeithe, the Glen Affric youth hostel, for an overnight stay. From the hostel, climb to the bealach west of Stob Coire na Cloiche, drop into Coire nan Dearcag and cross boggy ground to the Bealach nan Daoine. A Class 2 ridge over the knobbly top of Carn na Con Dhu leads north to the summit. Usually combined with Sgurr nan Ceathreamhnan. The Carn na Con Dhu area is confusing in mist, so navigate carefully. Book the seasonal hostel in advance.
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
- Route-finding difficulty
- Stream crossing
- Low visibility
- Boggy terrain
Quests with Mullach na Dheiragain
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Mullach na Dheiragain?
Mullach na Dheiragain is 3,222 feet (982 m) tall. It is in the Western Highlands, Scotland.
How does Mullach na Dheiragain rank among the Munros?
At 3,222 feet, Mullach na Dheiragain is the 166th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Mullach na Dheiragain?
The Bealach nan Daoine from Alltbeithe is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 27 miles with 5,910 feet of elevation gain.
How many days does it take to climb Mullach na Dheiragain?
Most climbers plan 2 – 3 days for the Bealach nan Daoine from Alltbeithe, with at least one night on the mountain.
Can a beginner hike Mullach na Dheiragain?
The Bealach nan Daoine from Alltbeithe needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard trip: 27 miles with 5,910 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 Mullach na Dheiragain?
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 Mullach na Dheiragain 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