3,862 ft · Central Highlands, Scotland
Stob Choire Claurigh
Stob Choire Claurigh is a 3,862 ft peak in the Central Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the North Ridge via Stob Coire Gaibhre: 9 mi, 3,610 ft of gain, Class 2.
Stob Choire Claurigh at a glance
- Elevation3,862 ft1,177 m
- RouteNorth Ridge via Stob Coire GaibhreClass 2
- Distance9 mi3,610 ft gain
- Time7 – 9 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeCentral HighlandsScotland
Climbing the North Ridge via Stob Coire Gaibhre
From Spean Bridge, take the minor road east from the A82 past the railway station to Corriechoille and start from the Corriechoille car park. Walk the Lairig Leacach track south past the Wee Minister statue, then climb the grassy north ridge over Stob Coire Gaibhre and up steep, stony quartzite to the summit. Class 2 on rough, shattered rock high up. It is usually the first peak of the Grey Corries traverse to Stob Coire an Laoigh and Sgurr Choinnich Mor. Quartzite scree is slippery when wet, the ridge is exposed to strong winds, and the lower slopes are boggy. Carry a compass for the broad, stony summit area.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (30–40 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
- Loose rock
- Slippery terrain
- High winds
- Boggy terrain
Quests with Stob Choire Claurigh
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Stob Choire Claurigh?
Stob Choire Claurigh is 3,862 feet (1,177 m) tall. It is in the Central Highlands, Scotland.
How does Stob Choire Claurigh rank among the Munros?
At 3,862 feet, Stob Choire Claurigh is the 15th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Stob Choire Claurigh?
The North Ridge via Stob Coire Gaibhre is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 9 miles with 3,610 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Stob Choire Claurigh?
Most people take 7 – 9 hours round trip on the North Ridge via Stob Coire Gaibhre, covering 9 miles with 3,610 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Stob Choire Claurigh?
The North Ridge via Stob Coire Gaibhre needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 9 miles with 3,610 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 Stob Choire Claurigh?
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 Stob Choire Claurigh with Yak
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