Highlight • Viewpoint
Ladhar Bheinn
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There is nothing not dramatic about the hiking trails up Ladhar Bheinn and you hardly have to wait until the peak for jaw-dropping views. Every step of the way you’ll be greeted by towering, rugged mountains, other-wordly vistas and tumbling burns. This is wild Scotland at its finest.
Hiking Knoydart’s remote wilderness to its magnificent queen
This mountain is a serious undertaking and requires either an early start, or a challenging scramble, depending on the route you choose. A logical start point is Inverie, with its accommodation and food options for the night before. The other popular start is from Barrisdale Bay, extremely isolated in its own right. The trails from here include significant scrambling. Wild camping is an ideal option to really get into the swing of things.
Hiking up Ladhar Bheinn in the warmer months places you in verdant, rugged landscapes that have to be seen to be believed. As you gain height, the scenery drops away, revealing the surrounding, green-blanketed peaks and sparkling lochs. Reaching the summit, the views are nothing short of breathtaking on a clear day. Skye and the Inner Hebrides are captivating while the Knoydart region as a whole is tremendous.
You can stay in Inverie or Mallaig across the water, catching the ferry to Inverie first thing. In summer, take repellent for horseflies and midges and plenty of optimism that your repellent will work. Winter is brutal and the domain of expert winter mountaineers only.
Routes leading to this Highlight may be dangerous
Routes may comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
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Elevation 1,000 m
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Wheelchair access
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Dog Friendly
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