3,661 ft · Central Highlands, Scotland
Stob Coire an Laoigh
Stob Coire an Laoigh is a 3,661 ft peak in the Central Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Beinn na Socaich Ridge: 10 mi, 3,610 ft of gain, Class 2.
Stob Coire an Laoigh at a glance
- Elevation3,661 ft1,115 m
- RouteBeinn na Socaich RidgeClass 2
- Distance10 mi3,610 ft gain
- Time7 – 9 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeCentral HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Beinn na Socaich Ridge
From Spean Bridge on the A82, take the minor road east past the railway station to Corriechoille and start from the Corriechoille car park. Head south on the tracks through the forestry, then climb the long, grassy north ridge over Beinn na Socaich onto the main Grey Corries crest and follow it to the summit. Class 2 on wet, tussocky lower slopes and shattered quartzite above. It is normally traversed with Stob Choire Claurigh and Sgurr Choinnich Mor. The lower ground is very boggy, the pale quartzite is slippery in rain, and the crest is confusing in mist, so carry a map and compass.
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
- Boggy terrain
- Slippery terrain
- Low visibility
- High winds
Quests with Stob Coire an Laoigh
MunrosPeaks near Stob Coire an Laoigh
Frequently asked questions
How tall is Stob Coire an Laoigh?
Stob Coire an Laoigh is 3,661 feet (1,115 m) tall. It is in the Central Highlands, Scotland.
How does Stob Coire an Laoigh rank among the Munros?
At 3,661 feet, Stob Coire an Laoigh is the 37th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Stob Coire an Laoigh?
The Beinn na Socaich Ridge is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 10 miles with 3,610 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Stob Coire an Laoigh?
Most people take 7 – 9 hours round trip on the Beinn na Socaich Ridge, covering 10 miles with 3,610 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Stob Coire an Laoigh?
The Beinn na Socaich Ridge needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 10 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 Coire an Laoigh?
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 Coire an Laoigh with Yak
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