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Aonach Mòr
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Aonach Mòr is most easily summited by first taking a gondola up the mountainside from the Nevis Ski and Mountain Centre, which occupies the ridge’s north slopes. If you’re after a long adventure, you can ascend from the Glen Nevis Valley instead. No matter how you reach the top, the views are astounding and this peak is a true achievement.
Stand on the summit of Ben Nevis’ neighbouring ridge
The views on adventures in this area are stupendous every step of the way in clear weather. In the valley, these Scottish giants rise imperiously above you and as you ascend, their phenomenal bulks become more and more apparent. The routes are boggy, rocky, steep and pathless in varying sections, and solid hill walking experience is required for a comfortable and safe ascent.
When you reach the top, you’ll find a long, narrow grass plateau with a summit cairn in the centre. Look southeast to see Càrn Mòr Deag and Ben Nevis behind it. North, the Great Glen and Leanachan Forest appear between mountains and south, the Mamores reach up to the sky. Every direction brings truly majestic views.
Aonach Mòr is easiest to ascend in the summer months but is still accessible during winter, for those with the right experience and equipment. The mountain is never warm, and wearing appropriate clothing for the extreme environment is essential. It’s not a technically challenging ascent, but it shouldn’t be taken lightly. Dogs can ride the gondola, should you want to bring your four-legged friend.
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Elevation 1,200 m
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Family Friendly
yes
Wheelchair access
no
Dog Friendly
yes
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