Graham · North-West Highlands
Suilven
The most distinctive mountain in Britain — an isolated sandstone dome rising sheer from the lochan-strewn moors of Inverpolly. The walk-in is long but the summit experience is one of the best in Scotland.
Quick facts
- Height
- 731m/ 2398ft
- Distance
- 22 km
- Ascent
- 760 m
- Time
- 8 hrs
- Difficulty
- 4 / 5
- Grid ref
- NC153183
- Parking
- IV27 4LW
- Nearest city
- Ullapool
Standard route
Long approach from Glencanisp Lodge near Lochinver. Eight kilometres along the river path before the steep climb up the Bealach Mor and on to the summit ridge.
Terrain
Long approach on a stalker's path. Steep loose pull to the bealach. Easy ridge walk to the summit.
In winter
Long approach makes winter a major undertaking. Cornices on the summit ridge in cold winters.
Best time of year
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Getting there
- Glasgow5h 5m
- Edinburgh5h 10m
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