Graham · Central Highlands
Binnein Shuas
A striking schist crag overlooking Lochan na h-Earba, paired with the slimmer Binnein Shios on the north side of Loch Laggan. The south face of Binnein Shuas is one of the best rock-climbing venues in central Scotland, with the famous Ardverikie Wall its showpiece.
Quick facts
- Height
- 747.2m/ 2451ft
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 613 m
- Time
- 4–7 hrs
- Grid ref
- NN462826
- Parking
- NN433830
- Nearest city
- Fort William
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
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Standard route
loch-side path 20% · steep heather 35% · rocky upper section 35% · summit area 10%
Park at the bridge over the River Pattack and follow the estate track in past Lochan na h-Earba. Skirt the foot of the south face on a path and round to the gentler east side for a grassy walk-up to the summit cairn.
Terrain
Good landrover track in to the lochans, then a stalkers' line round the south face. The east shoulder above gives short grass and bilberry to the cairn.
In winter
The crag faces are a serious mixed proposition in cold winters but the walker's line stays on safe ground throughout. Wet snow on the schist slabs is the main issue when the freezing level dances around the summit.
This hill is in the Creag Meagaidh SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow3h 30m
- Edinburgh3h 52m
OS maps: OS Landranger 34, OS Landranger 42
Mobile signal: No signal near Loch Laggan/Kinlochlaggan area
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:35
- Sunset
- 21:56
- Civil dawn
- 03:34
- Civil dusk
- 22:57
NOAA Solar Calculator · 31 May 2026
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Around Binnein Shuas on the SCOT network
Getting there, basing yourself, and what to do off the hill.
Getting there: Tulloch station
Loch Treig; Beinn na Lap; Stob Coire Easain / Stob a Choire Mheadhoin approach
13km from the hill
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On TripSCOTBase yourself in Fort William
Ben Nevis base, West Highland Line, gateway to Lochaber
37km from the hill
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On TasteSCOTAfter the hill: Dalwhinnie
Dalwhinnie — Scotland's highest distillery on the Drumochter pass
17km from the hill
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Binnein Shuas — common questions
- How hard is Binnein Shuas?
- Binnein Shuas is rated 4/5 (challenging) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. The standard route covers about 14km with 613m of ascent and takes most walkers 4-7 hours. Terrain: Good landrover track in to the lochans, then a stalkers' line round the south face.
- Where do I park for Binnein Shuas?
- Standard parking is at NN433830 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 Binnein Shuas?
- The standard good-weather months for Binnein Shuas 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 Binnein Shuas?
- 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 Binnein Shuas?
- No signal near Loch Laggan/Kinlochlaggan area
- Is Binnein Shuas safe in winter?
- The crag faces are a serious mixed proposition in cold winters but the walker's line stays on safe ground throughout. Wet snow on the schist slabs is the main issue when the freezing level dances around the summit.