From Loch Laggan to Lochan 'a' Choire at the foot of Creag Meagaigh

Start at the Creag National Nature Reserve car park, off A86 >>>

(S/E) Leaving the car park, head northwest up the track, up to the farmhouse (1), check the notice board for any alerts. Continue up the track; it will be a gentle climb at first, up to the stile over the hedge.

(2) The route will now become steeper and work its way through the vegetation. There are rest points to enjoy the view. As height is gained, the path will lead into a wooded area. Keep to the app taking the path to the left; there is a route that goes right. As the path emerges through the trees, the sheer mountainside will be apparent.

(3) This next section along the path has no defined features. The next waypoint will be the Lochan. Use the path and app as guidance. Be mindful of the weather and temperatures as they drop. Continue along the path to (4), which will follow alongside the mountain and then drop down to the Allt Coire Adair, river running out of the Lochan.

(4) The route back to (E) is in reverse. (4) to (E).

Due to the route's terrain, which follows a well-defined path, there are only a few checkpoints. Do not venture off the app's guidance.

Before the walk

1. Ensure the walk matches your needs, skills, and abilities.
2. This route ascends into the mountains; it may have a well-defined path, but do not become complacent.
3. Check the weather forecast.
4. Be prepared with suitable clothing and footwear.
5. Personal medication.
6. Consider something to eat, and always keep hydrated; take a drink.
7. There may be little or NO mobile signal in the area, and lower temperatures shorten battery life, see below.
8. Use the Visorando app, download the walk to your mobile. Have a battery backup and or a printed route; there are brochures at the farm.
9. Let someone know where you are. The app has a share route function, ‘Share my Location’.

• Parking: Vehicle parking - There is a large parking in the area, at the start.
• Timing: The estimated time allows for extra time, when appropriate, and personal pace.
• The Route: Is a there-and-back, with the option to return at any point; the path is well defined.
• Accessibility: This route has been assigned "Moderate" due to the height gain, with a stile onto a reasonable footpath.
• Facilities: Public convenience at the nearby Aberarder Farm.
• Option: Turn back, especially if the weather closes in.

Start: This walk's starting point, at the car park - W3W >>>

During the walk

• The Route: Keep to the defined paths.
• Country Codes: The Countryside: respect its inhabitants and other countryside users.
• Leave no trace: leave only footprints, but take away great memories.
• Dogs: Keep under control, and bag it and bin it, don't sling it. Dogs can disturb wildlife. Please keep on a short lead or under control, and respect any notices.
• Self-care: Know your own limitations; walking is an adventure and can involve risks. Be responsible and know when to turn back, rather than get into difficulties.
• First Aid: Treat blisters before they occur.
  

Enjoyed the walk:

1. Where you can: support the local economy: have a pint, a pasty, or a cuppa.
2. Feedback from this walk: please leave your thoughts.

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Along the route

• Aberander Farm has a public convenience.
• Aberander Forest: the route through the trees offers a chance to see various flora and fauna, during the different seasons.
• The glacial valley.

Nearby

• The car park at the start permits overnight camping, offering a convenient stopover when touring Scotland.
• Spean Bridge, Royal Marine Statue, with views of Ben Nevis. A memorial for the commandos who trained in the area during World War II.
• Creag Meagaidh National Nature Reserve >>>