I feel nothing. The biggest obstacles were a couple of streams and a weird section of mangrove-like trees growing in a marsh. A schedule of 16 munros including grid references, heights, distances and times is included in Digby Harris's Fellrunner article - see link below. Nor is there an easy solution. Those who "compleat" a round are called Munroists. This is a Scottish Highlands multi day expedition of champions and an exciting way to approach these 14 Cairngorms Munros. No pacers, no road support, no navigators, no cheerleaders. Mountains: Cairn Gorm (1,244.8m), Ben Macdui (1,309m), Carn aMhaim (1,037m), The Devils Point (1,004m), Cairn Toul (1,291m), Sgor an Lochain Uaine (1,258m), Braeriach (1,296m), Monadh Mor (1,113m), Beinn Bhrotain (1,157m), Beinn Bhreac (931m), Beinn aChaorainn (1,083m), Derry Cairngorm (1,155m), Beinn Mheadhoin (1,182.9m), and Bynack More (1,090m). Photo: Shutterstock. We were initially intending to drive up to Ben Wyvis to bag the lone peak at sunset, but just as we drove past Aviemore, we changed our minds. The Rigby Round is the connoisseurs round. Please select all the ways you would like to hear from Cairngorms Business Partnership: You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in the footer of our emails. By this time, it was dry in the valley, with the cloud only hugging the tops. Rob Woodall's Recommended Route : A map (pdf format) illustrating Rob's suggested route. Reviews (1,141) Photos (3,262) 5: 4: 3: 2: 1: Photo: Shutterstock. Blissfully, not much descending and reascending was required between the two Munros. The ridge to the summit of Carn a Mhaim rose steadily in front of us. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website. Etive Munros Round. I hear my breathing, more ragged than I would like. It was lovely to be inside a dry room. : gofar99@gmail.com. I slept on the bench and James slept on the floor. Snowdonia Skyline The steep frowning glories of dark Lochnagar. Canary Islands 3 Peaks Earlier that same morning we'd hiked up Ben Klibreck, the second most northerly Munro. cannot be held responsible for any loss or injury caused by the accuracy A full account of the run was published in The Fellrunner - see the link below. Then, follow A923 to A93 and drive for 71.5 km until you reach the layby on A93s east side just 1.9 km north of the Glenshee Ski Centre. No pretension. Where there is a recorder please contact them to log your completion. Lakes 2500s, Leventons Line The day I ran the Cairngorms in one go, the day I had the audacity to try, the day I endured. I scramble to the top of the tor, grunting with the effort. It was drizzling and we set off on pathless terrain until the land started rising towards our first peak of the day. I am on my back, then momentum flips me over onto my front, my chest ricocheting against a boulder. It is a great place for a rest, and even a dip on the loch on a hot day, before the final and most exciting part of the ascent of the mountain; Angels Ridge, which will leave you with memories youll never forget! says Alasdair. Where there is a recorder please contact them to log your completion. This route takes you up the very steep slope towards the lochan that gives it its name, Lochan Uaine. Although some of the starting points can be a bit of a drive. The object of this website is to provide a single, ready source of information on the ultra-distance mountain challenges which have been developed over the past four or more decades. Hear pronunciation Press to hear pronunciation. Snowdon to Pumlumon Referee: Ashley Klein; Touch Judge: Wyatt Raymond Across the loch, some two miles away, I see the shapes of gigantic letters spelled out in the rocks. You undertake them entirely at your own risk. Mark Rigby's schedule - The link to the Scottish Hill Runners website below provides a schedule for Mark Rigby's 17 Munros. I love running. There are 14705 Walkhighlanders who have climbed Cairn Gorm. For me, the glory was long since over. Lakes 2500s, Leventons Line Maps: Use Harvey's Glen Coe, Glen Etive & Black Mount Superwalker XT25 (1:25,000). Realistically, it is all of those things, and for the first time, I am concerned for my well-being. The Inverness-based ultra-runner is aiming to break the record for a continuous self-propelled round of Scotland's 282 Munros using his own steam - be it running, cycling, kayaking, walking or. Talk to Daddy, she instructs our two daughters. When Graham Nash completed the round last month with John Ryan, he had one of those run forever moments as he descended Cairn Gorm as if you want movement to never cease. The rocks, bone dry, slip beneath my soles before I can respond. From the grassy hills to the endless panoramic views, this walk is guaranteed to immerse you in the pristine beauty of the Cairngorms, whilst challenging you to reach 4 incredible summits, all conveniently accessible with little descent between them. The heat was affecting me, my legs were dead, my guts were awful and my feet were killing me, he wrote. The start of this week (7th August) was a day of celebrations. It felt much warmer. A post shared by (@e_i_l_e_e_n_1975), This is one of the best options for a short day. One of the most popular Munros in the Blair Atholl area, Beinn Dearg is famous for its pink granite dome-like summit. The view from the top affords 360 views from the Cairngorms in the east, all the way to the mountains on the west coast. Over the years, thanks to more modern measuring devices, the list has gone up and down, but has now settled on 282 Munro summits. Pretty much on the quiet Jasmin Paris put up a round of 29 Munros in 24 hours on Saturday in the Cairngorms to set a new female record (the previous record was her Ramsay round). I think of Jonathan Whilock who ran the round twice in 16 days because he thought it would be quicker reversing the direction. We woke after a good sleep in the bothy and had breakfast before heading out. By tradition it has become an on-sight, solo run, without support. This site contains routes up all of the 58 Munros in the Cairngorms. sure that you choose one with a good weather forecast. An out and back is something that hill walkers do when they cant incorporate a mountain into a circular. Cairn Gorm, no Northern Corries, and wishing for my gloves! This Munro, known for its crags and long drops, is no easy option either, but Sgor Gaoith is one of the more accessible Munros in the Cairngorms. Follow the track that leads you to the top of the Cairnwell Pass then walk 2.4 km downhill northwards to return to the start of the walk. one day, but inhospitable on another. Time taken: 8.9 hours. The poem, entitled Lochnagar, celebrates the Aberdeenshire mountain and ends with these lines: (Picture shows film maker Kirk Watson at the summit of Lochnagar). The White Mounth round, or Loch Muick circuit if you prefer, ticks off five Munros (Cac Carn Beag, Carn aChoire Bhaidheach, Carn an tSagairt Mor, Cairn Bannoch and Broad Cairn) in a 28km (17 miles) loop from the Spittal of Glenmuick and youll be surprised at how easily the Munros are bagged. The Official Visitor Guide to the Cairngorms National Park. You must be registered and signed-in to vote, Ben Macdui and Cairngorm from the ski centre. Crags guard the lip of the summit ridge. Cairngorm (Rigby) Round. The mountain stands on the border of the Moray and Aberdeenshire council areas. Ive heard of this round in The Urals, Congratulations! Something worse consumes my mind: I am not enjoying this; I do not want to be here. More trudging, counting steps. This includes 4 out of 5 of the highest hills in the UK as well as 55 'Munros'. All Rights Reserved. We thought it would take four full days to complete the full route and in actual fact we were looking like doing it in less than three and a half days. Another possible route is from Auchlean in Glen Feshie, up over the Crn Bn Mr path and then across extremely exposed, remote terrain. Over The Hill Round Note that some two hours were spent sheltering in bothies and a faulty watch meant some of the later times were estimated. Charlie Ramsay Round Getting to the Glas Maol Munros Circular Walk Trailhead. I cautiously follow a grassy ramp to the Pools of Dee, the highest point of the Lairig Ghru, where the path is jerky and disjointed, waterlogged and strewn with boulders. Just brilliant! This spectacular Munro is the second highest in the Park, the third highest mountain in the UK and is famous for its craggy corries and awesome views down to the Lairig Ghru. I get back in the car and close the door. The descent was gradual at first but we then hit a steeper scree path. It seemed to good an opportunity to pass up on. $.get('whom.php?w=6', function(data) { $('

').appendTo('body'); }); Dales Skyline SeeWalk Highlands Bynack Morefor a suggested route. First completed by Mark Rigby on 24-25 July 1988 in a time of 22 hrs 44 mins the round takes in the 18 Cairngorms Munros over 75 miles with 19,000 feet of ascent. I run on, into the eerie starkness of the Moine Mhor, a vast expanse of bog described as the ultimate in desolate wilderness. I tug shoes and socks from wrinkled, oozy, wretched feet, and limp barefoot to the boot where I find a pair of sandals. Hey Nic (& James) These are ordered below with the most popular ones first. 74 miles, 18,000 feet (Rigby Round) 90 miles, 28,000 feet (Cairngorm Tops) The cliffs of Braeriach before the weather turned. Dehydration? Cairngorm Munros Canary Islands 3 Peaks Charlie Ramsay Round Charnley Way Cleveland Hills Challenge Cuillin Round Cumbrian Traverse Dales Skyline Dales Top Ten Dales 2000's Dark Peak County Tops Dark Peak 15 Trigs Dartmoor Round Denis Rankin Round Dragon's Tongue Durham Hewitts Etive Munros Round Freeman Round Glen Lyon Corbett Round Dales Top Ten It is dark. Geal Charn is a relatively low hill, surrounded by big neighbours, but it offers all you want in terms of wilderness. Great North Inns Run Sunburn bristles my forearms. Some people are scared of the dark in their own homes; it was acceptable to be scared up here. It were as if the skies were burning. Rigby Round (18 Cairngorm Munros) - 31 May 2008 - A report by Rob Woodall including his schedule. Starting at the Cairngorm Ski Centre, you'll bag two Munros (Ben Macdui and Cairn Gorm) and a Munro Top (Stob Coire an t-Sneachda) during this epic adventure. updated. Area: Cairngorms. Bob Graham Round It is just a rock. We hadnt picked out a spot to camp in advance, so just as we were losing the last of the light we picked a flat spot off to the left of the path. South Pennine 39 Trigs Clockwise or anti clockwise. A little further on, youll join another track found to the left of a small lochan. Good effort that J. These can be linked if you are inclined in continuous fashion, starting and finishing where you like, but returning to the beginning to close the round. Email: martin.stone@sportident.co.uk. Scottish 4000s I think of Mark Rigby who ran into a wild storm as he sought to be the first to connect these summits. A Munro is defined as a Scottish mountain with a summit of at least 3,000ft (914.4m). Famed for its rewilding projects and efforts to restore native woodland, Glen Feshie is a real gem and you dont have to slog up towering Munros to experience its delights. Glen Lyon Corbett Round In fact, one of these make up the summit, which to get to necessitates a short, easy scramble. The bonus was, we were ahead of time. Yorkshire 2000s. The complete round described above is certainly the classic route. But I dare not look up. We decided to camp earlier than planned on account of two things the first being that the drizzle was forecast to turn into a night of non-stop rain, and we knew we would feel a whole lot better if we managed to keep our gear dry for the night. To many the Cairngorms represent an area of unique and unsurpassed wilderness. Glen Lyon Corbett Round Yorkshire Round The approach in particular features some boggy sections, so waterproof shoes are a must. Follow the wall southwards along the ridge and reach the bealach where youll note a small stone shelter. You can Munro bag at any time of year, as long as you have the right equipment and knowledge, but October is a particularly good time for this increasingly popular pursuit. What now? Learn more about Mailchimp's privacy practices here. This turned out to be the highest camp spot of the whole challenge at 1,100m. I search for glory, for meaning. It didnt. It also excludes Angel Peak which was not a Munro at that time. Not a building in sight, and the sense of stillness is profound, says Chantal Savelkoul, adventure consultant at Wilderness Scotland. I call my wife as I descend. A highlight of this Munro is it takes in stunning Loch Etchachan. I trundle down the same way, continuing onto Monadh Mor. From here you can access both Munros easily. Glory has many faces. It was a steep but rewarding climb over sandy terrain but the summit tors seemed to appear quickly. Email: If you can improve on the accuracy of this resource, spot any errors in grid references, names, heights, spelling or punctuation, or find a link which does not work please email Tony Wimbush. When a good path of ascent presents itself, take it and head for the large cairn and pillar that marks the summit of Glas Maol. 1. Cruella Devilles Point The Devils Point, Scary and Lucky You Aint Sgor an Lochain Uaine, Derry! These can be linked - if you are inclined - in continuous fashion, starting and finishing where you like, but returning to the beginning to close the 'round'. This mighty mountain pass climbs runs right through the heart of the Cairngorms, connecting Speyside to Deeside, and is flanked by some of grandest, highest mountains in Scotland, including Ben Macdui and Braeriach. It was buried somewhere in the rubble of Derry Cairngorm. Use the Allt Clach nan Taillear route onto Ben Macdui, then continue to Cairngorm and back down to the ski centre. It was devised and completed by Digby Harris on 2nd September 2017. I eat all the food I have a packet of cheese and onion crisps and a satsuma. We quickly put our meals and supplies together, anticipating up to four days in the mountains and set off. Although the round remains an informal affair, Mark Rigby, Martin Stone and a group of Rigby completers agreed in February 2021 to formalise the expectations of a Rigby Round. The paths between the ski centre and Cairn Gorm (our first Munro of the walk) are excellent. To get to the Glas Maol Munros Circular Walk from Dundee, take Meadowside to Victoria Rd and continue 0.3 km. : Similarly, if you wish to submit any new (or old) routes for inclusion see the. He covered some 46 miles of arduous mountain terrain with 25,000 feet of ascent in a solo, unsupported run taking 23-20. We reached the summit of Beinn Bhreac with views shrouded in the clag once more. I glance at the glowering silhouette of Mullach Clach a Bhlair, number one of 18, and imagine being up there, among the dark tendrils of cloud. See our cookie policy for info. VIEW FULL MAP. The second was that James had just mildly twisted his ankle and it felt like a sign we were getting tired and making mistakes. An Epic day in Torridon. I know they are not real; my mind readily accepts that truth. Dawn is heralded by an orange tint in the east. There have, by my reckoning, been 19 successful rounds by 17 different people. We use Mailchimp as our marketing platform. The northeast ridge is regarded as a fine scramble, though the lengthy approach deters many. Email: If you can improve on the accuracy of this resource, spot any errors in grid references, names, heights, spelling or punctuation, or find a link which does not work please email Tony Wimbush. At one point, I sense a flashing, dark movement over a shoulder. Meall a Buachaille (804 metres / 2637 feet) is a modest hill by Cairngorms standards, but its a great place to start if youre new to the region, with its manageable feel and its all-encompassing views of the Northern Corries to the south. In addition, or if there isn't a recorder, you are invited to share your experience on the gofar facebook page to encourage and inspire other runners to have a go! The rightmost column shows how many summits were included in their report, which may help you to find the most relevant reports. I am sluggish, nauseous, despondent. Once on the plateau, the walking is joyously simple, and thats rare in Scotland. If you can improve on the accuracy of this resource, spot any errors in grid references, names, heights, spelling or punctuation, or find a link which does not work please email Tony Wimbush. South Wales Traverse. Cairngorms Wild Camp, With Reindeer for Company. The Cairngorms Eight Tops is a loop around the eight highest Munros in the region - the 4000ers plus Ben Avon, Beinn a' Bhuird and Beinn Mheadhoin. This is a circuit of the 16 Munros which encircle Glen Etive, just south of Glen Coe. If I do if I sit down I will dwell on the enormity of what remains: seven major climbs, I calculate. Here, she explains how you can bag these Munros too. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Nobody said it would be easy and nothing easy is worth doing. We then started ascending the second Munro of the day. Sign up to get notified of the latest deals, news and all the latest information direct to your inbox. This is the pressure of having to navigate on-site, not only doing it, but having to do it quickly and having to do it continuously. Charlie Ramsay Round There are lots of little eroded little paths in this part of the Cairngorms and you never know if youre on a real path or not, so lots of directional checks are required. With little descent between summits, this walk presents the perfect opportunity to conquer 4 Scottish Munros in under 8 hours. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Once completed, you could always head for a night at Ruigh Aiteachain bothy, one of Scotlands finest and an ideal way to immerse yourself in Glen Feshie. Meirionnydd Round Six County Tops - Peak Snowdonia Skyline Those wishing to attempt the Rigby Round should, therefore: Start and finish at the Norwegian Stone, Glenmore, Visit the 18 Munros of the Cairngorms, including Sgr an LochainUaine, in any direction, Aspire to do the round with minimum reconnaissance of the route, Aspire to do the round solo and unsupported. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. Sleep deprivation? We landed at Edinburgh airport, collected our car from our good friend Lornas house and drove up to Perth. Nowhere in Great Britain can you stay so high for so long as their arctic-like plateaux roll on for miles before you. I knew that I would be afraid. The walk through it from Coylumbridge to Linn of Dee is doable in a day, at around 30 kilometres (19 miles) and 8 10 hours. A walker who has climbed all 282 Munros is entitled to be called a Munroist, or a Compleater. Cairn Gorm is one of the best known summits in Scotland, and despite not being the highest has lent its name to this whole mountain range. The path to Bynack also passes the picturesque Lochan Uaine green loch where legend has it the fairies wash their clothes. Small animals surround me dogs mainly, sometimes with their owners, and sheep too. From the Sugar Bowl car park, day one is a 15km warm-up via Chalamain Gap and the Lairig Ghru, which means all the action comes on day two: four Munros The Devils Point, Cairn Toul, The Angels Peak (Sgor an Lochain Uaine) and Braeriach and some truly arduous yet spectacular hillwalking. From the Linn of Dee, its about a 20 mile round trip, and nearly as far from Glen Feshie, across some of the hardest-to-navigate plateau in Britain. We use cookies on our website, by using the site your are consenting to them. This Munro is known for its extensive, sprawling plateau which stretches for miles and is peppered with a vast assortment of striking granite volcanic tors. To the south, cloud inversions were splintering in the warmth of the morning. Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It now offers a diverse range of long and "short", old and recent, formal and informal routes from around the UK to encourage runners of all ages and abilities to have a go, subject to proven mountain experience in all conditions. The most easterly Cairngorms Munro in the Park, this dome-shaped summit is a good one for beginners. I have gone nowhere and everywhere. The bothy comprised of an entrance room and a main room with one bench and a stove. That is until I came along. Its the best for snow hunters! The area is characterised by Brilliant write-up and an outstanding achievement. I remember feeling grateful for the footpath which was laid here in 2002. A post shared by Garry Stevenson (@garry_scotland). Dartmoor Round. Your email address will not be published. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. It was still a clear, warm day and we paused momentarily to enjoy the views, which were stunning. I have no choice continuing is an imperative. Let our friends at BACH make it easier for you with this handy guide. The 14th of 14 Cairngorms Munros. We were chuffed to have reached Cairn Gorm by sunset and felt like wed kicked day 1 off to a good start. Official Visitor Guide to the Cairngorms National Park. Then, follow A923 to A93 and drive for 71.5 km until you reach the layby on A93's east side just 1.9 km north of the Glenshee Ski Centre. Silhouettes appear. Beautiful early morning light over Loch Morlich. Dry feet are overrated! These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Wild Camping above the parallel roads with Pygmys as an Afte, Coire an t-Sneachda, the plateau and Cairn Gorm, My First EVER Winter Munro & A Perfect Round Of 4, 4 days and 8 Munros in the Cairngorms by public transit, Cairngorms Family Hike in a windy day.An Adventurous Weekend. Similarly, if you wish to submit any new (or old) routes for inclusion see the contact page for the information and format that is required:. Yet I feel the tentacles of tiredness. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Great North Inns Run Enquiries and reports - email: digby_harris1@yahoo.co.uk, The Etive Munros Round, Digby Harris (The Fellrunner, Winter 2017) - Digby Harris's account and schedule. 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