Spidean a' Choire Leith (Liathach)
Spidean a' Choire Leith (Liathach)
Highlight • Natural Monument
Spidean a' Choire Leith (Liathach)
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Liathach’s high fortress rises almost sheer from the valley floor in intimidating layers of striated sandstone. You might be forgiven for thinking there can’t possibly be any walking routes to Spidean a’Choire Leith, however, there are breaches in the southern flanks that allow you access to the high ramparts.
It is possible to bag Spidean a’Choire Leith in an out and back mission, but if you’re hankering for a full ridge traverse, the challenge of the Am Fasarinen Pinnacles lies between the two Munros. Sensationally exposed, it’s a grade two scramble if taken head on, though there are bypass paths that cling precariously to the cliff edges. Not one for the kids.
There is a hotel, a youth hostel, a campsite and plenty of cottages around the village of Torridon, giving you plenty of accommodation options. A traverse of Liathach is one of Britain’s greatest mountaineering challenges in winter, only suitable for those with the required mountaineering skills and equipment.
Routes leading to this Highlight may be dangerous
Routes may comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Spidean a' Choire Leith (Liathach)
4.0
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31
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7.24km
04:33
1,000m
1,000m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Elevation 1,020 m
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Family Friendly
no
Wheelchair access
no
Dog Friendly
yes
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Max wind speed: 13.0 km/h
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