3,219 ft · Northwest Highlands, Scotland
Slioch
Slioch is a 3,219 ft peak in the Northwest Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Coire na Sleaghaich: 11 mi, 3,750 ft of gain, Class 2.
Slioch at a glance
- Elevation3,219 ft981 m
- RouteCoire na SleaghaichClass 2
- Distance11 mi3,750 ft gain
- Time8 – 10 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeNorthwest HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Coire na Sleaghaich
From Kinlochewe, turn off the A832 to the hamlet of Incheril. Start from the Incheril car park at the end of the minor road and follow the path west along the Kinlochewe River to Loch Maree, then turn up Gleann Bianasdail. A path climbs into Coire na Sleaghaich and slants up to lochans on a broad ridge before the final rise to the trig point and the slightly higher north summit. Class 2. The layout of the upper mountain confuses in mist, and the lower glen is boggy after rain. Expect a long day, with midges near the loch in summer. Sgùrr an Tuill Bhàin can be added on the return.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (35–55 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
- Low visibility
- Route-finding difficulty
- Boggy terrain
- Insects
Quests with Slioch
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Slioch?
Slioch is 3,219 feet (981 m) tall. It is in the Northwest Highlands, Scotland.
How does Slioch rank among the Munros?
At 3,219 feet, Slioch is the 169th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Slioch?
The Coire na Sleaghaich is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 11 miles with 3,750 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Slioch?
Most people take 8 – 10 hours round trip on the Coire na Sleaghaich, covering 11 miles with 3,750 feet of elevation gain. That is a long day, so start before dawn and set a turnaround time.
Can a beginner hike Slioch?
The Coire na Sleaghaich needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 11 miles with 3,750 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 Slioch?
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 Slioch with Yak
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