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Mullach nan Coirean's red and grey slopes and corrie rim, seen along the ridge under bright cloud.

Mullach nan Coirean

A Munro of 939 metres at the western end of the Mamores above Glen Nevis, climbed from Achriabhach through the Nevis Forest by its north-east ridge.

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Mullach nan Coirean, 939 metres, is the westernmost Munro of the Mamores, about five miles in a straight line from Fort William.

Every one of its neighbours lies to the east. Stob Ban is the nearest, under three kilometres away, and Sgurr a' Mhaim and Am Bodach come next along the range. The avalanche forecasters for Lochaber photograph Mullach nan Coirean and Stob Ban side by side, and many walkers climb the two together.

The direct way up starts from Achriabhach in Glen Nevis, climbs through the Nevis Forest to the hill's north-east ridge and follows the ridge to the summit. The Nevis Landscape Partnership names four landowners in Glen Nevis, so watch for signs in the stalking season. The Lochaber avalanche forecast does not name the Mamores, and snow brings the risk here all the same. Choose a day with a good forecast, and carry a map, a compass and warm clothes.

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Not farSgurr a' MhaimA Munro of 1,099 metres in the Mamores above Glen Nevis, climbed from the Lower Falls by its north-west shoulder.3 milesSee itSgurr a' Mhaim

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  1. Stob Bàn's grey quartzite summit at the end of a grassy ridge, seen over red granite boulders on the Mamores ridge.Stob BanA Munro of 999.7 metres in the Mamores above Glen Nevis, climbed from the Lower Falls by Coire a' Mhusgain and its east ridge.2 miles as the crow flies
  2. Steall FallsSteall FallsA rough path through the Nevis Gorge to a meadow under Steall Falls, among the highest in Scotland.4 miles as the crow flies
  3. Gravel path through a glen leading towards a distant waterfall and misty peaksSteall FallsScotland's second highest waterfall, at the head of Glen Nevis, beyond the gorge.4 miles as the crow flies
  4. Nevis Range Mountain GondolaNevis Range Mountain GondolaScotland’s tallest mountain, the summit of Ben Nevis is at an elevation of 4,411ft above sea level.4 miles as the crow flies
  5. The Pap of Glencoe rising above Loch Leven.The Pap of GlencoeThe pointed hill above Glencoe village, a steep, rough walk of about seven kilometres to a wide view along Loch Leven.4 miles as the crow flies
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AttractionsSgurr a' Mhaim2.6 miles
The Pap of Glencoe reflected in the lochan among autumn trees.AttractionsGlencoe Lochan4.3 miles
The Lime Tree's stone house with blue windows behind its garden and a great tree, Fort William.RestaurantsLime Tree Hotel4.8 miles
Glencoe, BallachulishAttractionsGlencoe4.8 miles
KinlochlevenAttractionsKinlochleven4.8 miles
Corner building on a cobbled street housing The Highland BookshopShoppingHighland Bookshop4.9 miles
Passengers aboard a blue tour boat crossing a calm loch below green hillsRestaurantsCrannog at Garrison West4.9 miles
Thatched white cottage with black door, chimneys and roadside pavementAttractionsGlencoe Folk Museum4.9 miles
The front of the Wildcat on Fort William's High Street, its window full of the café.CafeThe Wildcat4.9 miles

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Places to stay near Mullach nan Coirean, and when each is next free.

RiverBeds at Woodlands Glencoe
  • Sleeps 2
  • In Ballachulish
  • 6 miles from Mullach nan Coirean
Check datesStormhouse South, Argyll and ButeStormhouse South
  • Sleeps 2
  • In Appin
  • 17 miles from Mullach nan Coirean
Free 31 Jan – 5 FebStormhouse North, Argyll and ButeStormhouse North
  • Sleeps 2
  • In Appin
  • 17 miles from Mullach nan Coirean
Free 1–6 FebSlochd, Argyll and ButeSlochd
  • Sleeps 2
  • In Barcaldine
  • 20 miles from Mullach nan Coirean
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