Beinn Dearg, Torridon
Rugged Corbett mountain in Torridon
Just missing Munro height by centimetres, Beinn Dearg is mostly hidden from roadside view behind other higher Torridon mountains.Beinn Dearg, Torridon
Height | 913.7m |
Prominence | 469m |
Meaning | red mountain |
Lists | Corbetts, 2 |
Location | Torridon, Applecross, Coulin and Torridon |
Grid Ref | NG895608 |
Lat/Lon | 57.58818, -5.52287 |
On Beinn Dearg's summit is in the middle of the mountain, where its ridge turns from east-west to north-south. On the summit sits a large cairn which was reputably built to ensure the highest point on the mountain reached above the 3000ft contour ! It was accurately re-measured in 2007 confirming its status as a Corbett !
Though Beinn Dearg lacks in height compared to its Torridon neighbours, it more than makes up for this with some fantastic and unique views to these taller peaks.
A direct ascent to Beinn Dearg's summit can be made from up its south-western flank from the Allt a' Bhealaich. This route is pathless, very steep and loose !
A much finer route can be made by traversing the mountain's crest, perhaps as a detour from Beinn Alligin.
Routes up Beinn Dearg
Beinn Alligin and Beinn Dearg | |
Beinn Alligin and Beinn Dearg are the most westerly of the Torridon Giants and not quite as large or complex as their higher neighbours Liathach and Beinn Eighe. A traverse across their mountain ridges makes for a fine introduction to scrambling on Scottish rock. Peaks : 2 Munros, 1 Corbett
Ascent : 1250m (4100ft) Distance : 10km (6m) Time : 4:35hr |