In Glen Shiel is one of the best valleys to drive in Scotland. ...with a pause to look back at Sgurr na ....to Sgurr Fhuaran's cairn at 1067m. (13:22). Opposite it is the South Glen Shiel Ridge - no less fine and yielding seven Munros in a day for the keen bagger. Sgurr Fhuaran (on the right). Spainteach in all its rocky glory. easiest and least exposed route seems to be the one on the left (looking up). na Craoibhe... .....and then a climb of 153m to the next Purists and aesthetes, however, will want to continue the ridge walk. I used the Cluanie Inn's 'taxi' service to take me down Glen Shiel to the start of the walk … sea level! Sven setting up for his shot above the clouds on a steep cliff in the Scottish Highlands (Sgurr Fhuaran, Five Sisters of Kintail) The walk to Alt a’ Chruinn was deceptively long still, even though we didn’t include the fifth sister (Beinn Bhuidhe) due to the deteriorating weather, but as it was mostly downhill it was a lot less punishing than the day before. Glen Shiel car park off A87 (T) just east of clearing between two sections of forest. A87 through … Posted: Sun Aug 26, 2012 10:40 pm Post subject: The Five Sisters of Kintail: TRIP REPORT: Show trip details. Four of the Five Sisters of Kintail from Shiel Bridge. Images similar to FOT62660: 'Five Sisters of Kintail'. (13:17). Barbara Jones. Dropping down further there's an ominous sudden These are joined by the magnificent Saddle, one of the … For this walk I've inserted some of my times as it was essential The worst traffic jam of the season... one year ago … Aug 3, 2014 - A classic ridgewalk taking in three Munros, the Five Sisters give a wonderful days excursion with magnificent views. nan Saighead but there's a by pass path that avoids the ascent and I really The capture of … Continue down the path on the north bank, which soon improves and follows the line of a stalkers path. On the foot of the Five Sisters is located the site of the Battle of Glen Shiel, which took place on 10 June 1719, opposing British government troops and an alliance of Jacobites and Spanish, resulting in a victory for the first. Neither are technically challenging in summer but their length should not be underestimated and cornices are a serious hazard in winter. The starting point of the walk is the Glen Shiel car park (not layby) on the A87 east of a gap in the forestry, there is an information board about the Glen Shiel battle and a wooden Hill Path sign. rocks.. .....Sgurr na Carach's cairn at 1002m. Lower down the hillside the stream falls into a gorge; the path swings right here before making a winding descent of the hillside. The Five Sisters of Kintail and the South Glenshiel Ridge provide two substantial high level ridge walks. From here the purist can ascend the fifth sister, Sgurr na Moraich, before returning to the bealach and descending to the start of the path down the north bank of the Allt a Chruinn, soon passing a waterfall. The going is very steep on ascent; there is a little scrambling along the ridge itself and much rocky ground. Beinn Buidhe's summit... .....before it heads along on it's west side. and a great end to the walk as. Down at the bealach this is looking back to There's an excellent and easy path, with views From here the purist can ascend the fifth sister, Sgurr na Moraich, before returning to the bealach and descending to the start of the path down the north bank of the Allt a Chruinn, soon passing a waterfall. You are now about 13 kilometres from where you began the walk. From here, the ridge along the Five Sisters proper is broader and less well defined than that already traversed, though it is very steep, rough and bouldery. na Carnach  and Sgurr Fhuaran (under the cloud)... ...and then the path comes to this sudden drop Kintail Kintail is an area of mountains in the Northwest Highlands of Scotland, located in the Highland Council area.It consists of the mountains to the north of Glen Shiel and the A87 road between the heads of Loch Duich and Loch Cluanie; its boundaries, other than Glen Shiel, are generally taken to be the valleys of Strath Croe and Gleann Gaorsaic to the north and An … part of the the next day's walk. Open start point in Google Maps for directions. At the corner of the forestry fence, turn left to head directly uphill on a fainter path marked with a tiny cairn. straight down into the glen but.. .....to drop down to the bealach where for a Scotland is under national lockdown. (12:07). lifted and I was able to take this telephoto shot which has been heavily The summit cairn of Sgurr na Ciste Duibh is at to go down to the right using five points of contact (and in one or two places needed to be down at Ault a'chruinn for my bus back to the Cluanie Inn, so I Looking down the east ridge to the head of Glen There is no question that this is a steep climb - from the Looking over Loch Duich towards Lochalsh with just five minutes separate this and the previous photo. Many walkers opt to make this descent; if doing this, continue along the valley floor. The main path is rejoined and there's now a decided to head along the slopes of the hill rather than over it. This first climb of the day is barely a kilometre long, but very steep as 550 metres have to be gained to reach the Bealach an Lapain. Two Scheduled Ancient Monuments are to be found within the estate: the site of the 1719 … an eye watering 1 in 2 gradient. As well as reading our description of each walking route, you can read about the experiences of others users on this walk and others.There are 49 user reports for this walk - click to read them. The path finds an easy course down to the short distance there is a lovely level path with no rocks! According to legend, the five sisters are the oldest of seven sisters, as the … Looking back to Saileag (left) and Sgurr a' Continue down to the Bealach na Craoibhe. down Glen Shiel to the start of the walk at NH 00798 13622. Continue down the path on the north bank, which soon improves and follows the line of a stalkers path. The Cuillins are about 30 miles away. Approaching the summit of Sgurr nan Spainteach path.(10:23). The attractive collection of largely white-washed buildings is the main commercial centre of Kyle and other amenities include a wide range of accommodation to suit … A classic ridgewalk taking in three Munros, the Five Sisters give a wonderful days excursion with magnificent views. would be ". People are asked to stay at home except for essential purposes. MORE REPORTS: View all trip reports by this author. would you believe. Munro, Sgurr na Carnach. The unsurpassed walks of Glen Shiel steeped in Jacobite history and the original ferry 'over the sea to Skye' from Glenelg to Kylerhea which still runs today during the summer months. The Five Sisters Of Kintail - Scottish Highlands. Citilink buses from Glasgow and Inverness on A87 (request stop at drivers discretion). Feb 7, 2018 - Scotland is a progressive nation built on dynamism, creativity and the fabulous warmth of its people. Please consider setting up a direct debit donation to help support the continued maintenance and updates to Walkhighlands. with the bealach between Sgurr na Carnach (on the left) and Sgurr Fhuaran on the comes into view, Sgurr na Ciste Duibhe. 0:23. Scotland's highest waterfall, the Five Sisters of Kintail. The way on to the day's third Munro, Sgurr The driver said, "£7.50, the small island of Glas Eilean. I arrived at Down at the bealach the path heads up towards Careful route-planning meant that we avoided crossing the swollen rivers and mountain streams. It is well worth keeping to the ridge, however, as the northeast slopes of this peak are the steepest and most impressive in the whole Five Sisters range. Image of park, sisters, kauai - 137154986 Beyond, the ascent to Sgurr Fhuaran beyond is again steep and bouldery. 18:05, nicely in time for a cup of tea and cake at the restaurant by the It has stunning views of The Five Sisters of Kintail. bealach.. At this point the clouds over the Cuillins over boulders.... .....as seen above and nothing to worry about. waters of the Sound of Sleat near the Glenelg ferry, From the bealach there's a view down Coire For this walk I've inserted some of my times as it was essential that I reached the end of the walk in time for the Citylink bus back Cluanie. with the bog ahead. The path starts just Sgurr Fhuaran is the highest and central of the Five Sisters at 1067 metres, and the third and final Munro of the day. Click for details, Hear pronunciation Press to hear pronunciation. or the right and there are, indeed, two obvious routes down the rocks. Reports suggest going down either to the left The tales of this land have been woven from the clash and merge of atleast four cultures, each one rich and ancient in its own right. because it only rises 100m from the bealach. Oct 28, 2017 - Buy 'The Five Sisters of Kintail' by derekbeattie as a Photographic Print That hill The Isle of Rhum is about 40 miles away in this The summit cairn on Sgurr nan Spainteach Watched over by the magestic Five Sisters of Kintail, the very earth here is steeped in myths, legends and history which swirl mist like with their echoes and whispers. miles back up to the Cluanie Inn was a surprise! From here, head north and cross the Allt a Chruinn before following the path down its north bank. The track drops down to a depression just below This is the 'cliff' looking back up - the Walking can be dangerous and is done entirely at your own risk. The path is reasonably clear and after crossing Kintail is a mountainous area of Ross-shire and Inverness-shire.Much of the landscape is owned by the National Trust for Scotland.. Kintail consists of the mountains to the north of Glen Shiel (and the A87 road) between the heads of Loch Duich and Loch Cluanie; its boundaries, other than Glen Shiel, are generally taken to be the valleys of Strath Croe and Gleann Gaorsaic to the north … view. The picturesque village of Plockton is nearby, located on the sheltered bay of Loch Carron, as is Scotland’s highest waterfall, the Five Sisters of Kintail, and the walks on Glen Shiel which are steeped in Jacobite history. The Saddle is one of the finest mountains in the area and its long ridge, known as the Forcan Ridge, must be one of the most exhilarating in the country. Oct 21, 2012 - Contact Ian Evans to buy framed fine art landscape pictures of Scottish Highlands, Lake District, Himalayas, Everest and Snowdonia Images At the heart of Kintail is the dramatic Glen Shiel, encircled by steep mountains. A late start and the infamous “Cluanie curtain” have persuaded us to be tourists. Sgurr na Carnach only became a Munro in 1997, but most Munroists had already climbed it as part of the ridge. We’ve had a good day. Did the Five Sisters of Kintail with Sandy Barclay on a sunny day in April 2009. the distance, roughly 11 miles away. Beyond, there is almost an identical descent to the Bealach na Carnach, with a little very easy rocky scrambling on flakes. Forcan Ridge leading up to it. so all we have to do now is to get down to Continue along the ridge from the summit down to the next bealach, with more great views down fearsome gulleys into Coire na h-Uaighe. The area is known chiefly for the Five Sisters Of Kintail (Gaelic: Còig Peathraichean Chinn Tàile, although not a name derived from the Gaelic, it has individual names … sections. right. The next peak on the ridge is Sgurr nan Saighead; this is not a Munro, and the main path bypasses the summit. The path heads up the right hand crest at first before switching left. Cranach and Sgurr Fhuaran. 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