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

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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

Nearby hills and mountains

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