Beinn Dearg Loop and the ‘famine’ wall
Description
The highest peak in the Northern Highlands, Beinn Dearg is a fine big nugget of a hill, dominating views south-east from Ullapool.
This walk takes you up the beautiful Glen Sguaib to the famous Beinn Dearg and our return follows the west flank along a wonderful ridge. This is the shortest way up and down this grand mountain.
A great drystone wall runs from the bealach up the eastern flank of Beinn Dearg, over the summit plateau and down the long west ridge.
It’s a phenomenal piece of engineering, constructed from blocks of stone and, in places, is almost two metres (6ft) tall.
It’s known as a “famine wall” and is part of the often sad history of the people who once scraped a living in the shadow of the hills where today so many spend their leisure time.
Walk details: 12.3 miles, 20 km – Ascent 1066 m, Descent 1066 m – Walking time 7 h
ONLY 7 CLIENTS MAXIMUM ON THIS WALK. PLEASE BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT.
Included
- Fully guided walk
- Insight into Geology and Nature
- Fully qualified Walking Guide
- Transfer from Ullapool to Start of Walk and return to Ullapool (meeting at start of walk is possible)
- Short intro into navigation in the mountains with map and compass
Excluded
- Food or drinks
Know before you go
- Good pair of walking boots/shoes
- Warm layers for when the weather is not ideal
- Waterproof trousers and jacket
- Snacks & Lunch for a break outside on hill
- Rucksack to carry all above if not needed