Corbett · Knoydart
Druim nan Cnamh (Beinn Loinne)
Druim nan Cnàmh — 'the ridge of bones' — is the long whaleback Corbett rising between Loch Loyne and Glen Loyne, north of the Cluanie Inn. The 789m summit sits at the highest point of a broad east-west ridge that connects loosely to the Cluanie Munros via a series of grassy bealachs. Also known as Beinn Loinne in some older guides. The walk crosses open Cluanie country with a sense of empty space and stalking-estate quiet typical of the area.
Quick facts
- Height
- 789m/ 2589ft
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 670 m
- Time
- 3–5 hrs
- Grid ref
- NH130076
- Parking
- NH130090
- Nearest city
- Fort William
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
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Standard route
loch-side path 20% · rough heather 45% · grassy upper slopes 25% · summit area 10%
Park at the Cluanie dam layby on the A87 (NH130090). Cross the road and follow a stalkers' path heading south-east along Loch Loyne for around 3km. From the loch shore, climb north onto the broad east ridge of Druim nan Cnàmh. The route gains the summit along a grassy whaleback with a small cairn on a rocky outcrop. Allow 5–6 hours.
Terrain
Reasonable stalkers' path along the loch — sometimes boggy. Above the loch the going is heather and grass on broad open slopes. The summit ridge is wide and gently undulating with no rocky difficulties; the cairn is small and sits on a rocky outcrop.
In winter
Snow lies well on the broad ridge from January through March. The A87 at the Cluanie dam is reliably ploughed. Easterlies coming down Glen Cluanie can be ferocious on the exposed top. No avalanche concerns on the standard ascent — a friendly winter Corbett for the area.
This hill is in the Glen Coe SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow3h 11m
- Edinburgh3h 21m
OS maps: OS Landranger 34
Mobile signal: No signal in this remote Glen Moriston/Loch Loyne area
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:36
- Sunset
- 22:00
- Civil dawn
- 03:34
- Civil dusk
- 23:02
NOAA Solar Calculator · 31 May 2026
On a long-distance route
Druim nan Cnamh (Beinn Loinne) sits within 5km of these named long-distance walks — useful for trail-pack rest days or section extensions.
Around Druim nan Cnamh (Beinn Loinne) on the SCOT network
Getting there, basing yourself, and what to do off the hill.
Druim nan Cnamh (Beinn Loinne) — common questions
- How hard is Druim nan Cnamh (Beinn Loinne)?
- Druim nan Cnamh (Beinn Loinne) is rated 2/5 (moderate) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. The standard route covers about 13km with 670m of ascent and takes most walkers 3-5 hours. Terrain: Reasonable stalkers' path along the loch — sometimes boggy.
- Where do I park for Druim nan Cnamh (Beinn Loinne)?
- Standard parking is at NH130090 near Fort William. Check the parking grid reference on an OS map before travel; informal laybys can fill on summer weekends.
- When is the best time to climb Druim nan Cnamh (Beinn Loinne)?
- The standard good-weather months for Druim nan Cnamh (Beinn Loinne) are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Outside those months, expect winter conditions on the high ground — full mountain kit, navigation skills, and a check of the SAIS avalanche forecast for the relevant region.
- Can I bring my dog up Druim nan Cnamh (Beinn Loinne)?
- Yes, but dogs must be kept on a lead — there is livestock or ground-nesting bird interest on the route.
- Is there mobile signal on Druim nan Cnamh (Beinn Loinne)?
- No signal in this remote Glen Moriston/Loch Loyne area
- Is Druim nan Cnamh (Beinn Loinne) safe in winter?
- Snow lies well on the broad ridge from January through March. The A87 at the Cluanie dam is reliably ploughed. Easterlies coming down Glen Cluanie can be ferocious on the exposed top. No avalanche concerns on the standard ascent — a friendly winter Corbett for the area.