3,041 ft · Northwest Highlands, Scotland
Seana Bhràigh
Seana Bhràigh is a 3,041 ft peak in the Northwest Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Normal Route via the Gate of Ca'-derg: 16 mi, 3,590 ft of gain, Class 2.
Seana Bhràigh at a glance
- Elevation3,041 ft926 m
- RouteNormal Route via the Gate of Ca'-dergClass 2
- Distance16 mi3,590 ft gain
- Time10 – 12 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeNorthwest HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Normal Route via the Gate of Ca'-derg
From Ullapool, drive south on the A835 to the Inverlael car park, just south of the Inverlael bridge. Walk the forestry track through Inverlael Forest to Glensguaib (a bike saves time here), then climb the stalkers path, cross the Allt Gleann a' Mhadaidh and continue east past lochans to a featureless watershed. Pathless Class 2 ground leads around the rim of Cadha Dearg to the Gate of Ca'-derg and up onto the summit plateau above Luchd Choire. Navigation is hard in cloud and the burn can be impassable in spate. Corriemulzie Estate stalks from August to late October. Start early for this long day.
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
- Route-finding difficulty
- Stream crossing
- Remote location
- Boggy terrain
- Low visibility
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Seana Bhràigh?
Seana Bhràigh is 3,041 feet (926 m) tall. It is in the Northwest Highlands, Scotland.
How does Seana Bhràigh rank among the Munros?
At 3,041 feet, Seana Bhràigh is the 256th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Seana Bhràigh?
The Normal Route via the Gate of Ca'-derg is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 16 miles with 3,590 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Seana Bhràigh?
Most people take 10 – 12 hours round trip on the Normal Route via the Gate of Ca'-derg, covering 16 miles with 3,590 feet of elevation gain. That is a long day, so start before dawn and set a turnaround time.
Can a beginner hike Seana Bhràigh?
The Normal Route via the Gate of Ca'-derg needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 16 miles with 3,590 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 Seana Bhràigh?
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 Seana Bhràigh with Yak
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