Corbett · North-West Highlands
Cùl Mòr
Twin-summited sandstone giant in Inverpolly, with one of the most striking profiles in the North-West Highlands. The view across to Suilven, Cul Beag and Stac Pollaidh is unforgettable.
Quick facts
- Height
- 849m/ 2785ft
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 850 m
- Time
- 6 hrs
- Difficulty
- 4 / 5
- Grid ref
- NC162119
- Nearest city
- Ullapool
Standard route
Approach from the layby on the A835 at Knockan Crag. Boggy walk-in across moor, then a steep climb to the col between the two summits. Final pull is on rocky terrain.
Terrain
Boggy approach. Rocky upper section. Some easy scrambling near the summit.
In winter
Atlantic weather, cornices on the summit ridges, full winter equipment essential.
Best time of year
- Jan
- Feb
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- Dec
Getting there
- Glasgow5h 50m
- Edinburgh5h 55m
OS maps: OS Explorer 439