Kilfinnan via the Cam Bhealach up Sron a' Choire Ghairbh: route map, distance and time
936 m · Highland
Sron a' Choire Ghairbh is a 936m Munro above the west shore of Loch Lochy, climbed from Kilfinnan with its neighbour Meall na Teanga.
Forest track along Loch Lochy, then a path up the glen to the Cam Bhealach and a zigzag stalkers' path to the summit ridge.
Kilfinnan via the Cam Bhealach at a glance
| Distance | 7.9 km one way, to the top |
|---|---|
| Ascent | 900 m |
| Time up | 3h 5m by Naismith's rule |
| There and back | 4h 40m, down the same way |
| Grade | Moderate |
| Start | Kilfinnan, near Laggan Locks |
| Start grid reference | NN 278 957 |
| Summit grid reference | NN 222 945 |
Kilfinnan via the Cam Bhealach map
The start (green) and the summit (blue). Peakify has no GPX track for this route yet, so follow the description and your map.
Height profile and getting to the start
Near the start
From OpenStreetMap, within 2 km. Check opening times before you rely on them.
How long Kilfinnan via the Cam Bhealach takes
| Pace | To the top | There and back |
|---|---|---|
| Brisk 6 km/h, 8 min per 100 m up | 2h 30m | 3h 50m |
| Steady (Naismith) 5 km/h, 10 min per 100 m up | 3h 5m | 4h 40m |
| Relaxed 4 km/h, 12 min per 100 m up | 3h 45m | 5h 45m |
Times leave out stops. Coming down the same way, the table counts the ascent once; steep descents on rough ground can be as slow as the climb.
- Today: sunrise 07:21, sunset 16:45. Start by 11:05 to be down before dark, allowing 4h 40m for the walk and an hour for stops.
- Tomorrow: sunrise 07:23, sunset 16:43. Start by 11:03 to be down before dark, allowing 4h 40m for the walk and an hour for stops.
Sron a' Choire Ghairbh summit weather for this route
There is no recent summit forecast cached for Sron a' Choire Ghairbh right now. The main Sron a' Choire Ghairbh page loads the live forecast when you open it. Open the live Sron a' Choire Ghairbh forecast.
Before you go, also check: MWIS West Highlands forecast · Met Office mountain forecast.
About Sron a' Choire Ghairbh
Sron a' Choire Ghairbh is a 936m Munro above the west shore of Loch Lochy, climbed from Kilfinnan with its neighbour Meall na Teanga. More about Sron a' Choire Ghairbh, with the live forecast.
On the lists: Munro, Marilyn.
Extend the walk: tops near the summit
- Meall na Teanga (917 m), 2.1 km south
Challenges that include Sron a' Choire Ghairbh
In an emergency
Call 999, ask for the police and then mountain rescue. Give your location (the start is at NN 278 957, the summit at NN 222 945), what happened and how many are in your group. If you have no signal for a call, a text to 999 works once you have registered your phone with emergencySMS: text "register" to 999 before you go.
Kilfinnan via the Cam Bhealach: questions and answers
How far is Kilfinnan via the Cam Bhealach?
Kilfinnan via the Cam Bhealach is 7.9 km one way to the summit of Sron a' Choire Ghairbh, with 900 m of ascent. There and back by the same way is about 15.8 km.
How long does Kilfinnan via the Cam Bhealach take?
About 3h 5m to the summit of Sron a' Choire Ghairbh and 4h 40m there and back by Naismith's rule (5 km/h plus 10 minutes per 100 m of ascent), before stops. A relaxed group takes nearer 5h 45m for the round trip.
Where do you park for Kilfinnan via the Cam Bhealach?
Kilfinnan via the Cam Bhealach starts from Kilfinnan, near Laggan Locks. The grid reference is NN 278 957.
Is Kilfinnan via the Cam Bhealach suitable for beginners?
Yes, for fit walkers on a clear day. Peakify grades it Moderate: a long climb on a made path, but the top is high, exposed and colder than the start. Turn back if the cloud comes down and you can't navigate.
What time should I start Kilfinnan via the Cam Bhealach today?
By 11:05 at the latest. Sunset on Sron a' Choire Ghairbh today is 16:45, Kilfinnan via the Cam Bhealach takes about 4h 40m there and back, and that leaves an hour for stops. Start earlier in winter or if the forecast turns.
Is there a GPX for Kilfinnan via the Cam Bhealach?
Not yet. The Peakify iPhone app can plan the route and export a GPX (Peakify Pro).