Epic Hikes of the World ( PDFDrive )

along the tarmac to pick up our car was gruelling. So we’ll finish sitting on top of
the final summit. It’s the perfect place to quietly contemplate the hordes on the zigzagging
tourist path up Ben Nevis. Few of them realise that they are within easy
reach of the Ring of Steall: a connoisseur’s mountain route that deserves to be on
everyone’s must-do list. MS
BECOME A MUNRO BAGGER
The Munros are a list of Scottish mountains over 3000ft (914m), compiled by Sir
Hugh Munro in 1891. Those aiming to climb all 282 peaks are called baggers. Ben
Nevis is many people’s first (and only) Munro, but accessible peaks like Ben
Lomond (3195ft/974m) are good starting points. Many finish on Ben More, on the
Isle of Mull, dipping their boots in the sea before walking the entire 3069ft (966m)
to the summit.
ORIENTATION
Start/Finish // Car park at the end of the Glen Nevis road
Distance // 10 miles (16km)
Ascent // 5499ft (1676m)
Duration // 10-12 hours
Getting there // Train to Fort William and then bus service runs as far as the
bridge at Polldubh Falls.
Where to stay // Glen Nevis Youth Hostel www.syha.org.uk
Pack // Waterproofs, warm clothes, good hiking boots, water and spare food all
vital, as are map, compass, head-torch and sound navigational skills.
Safety // This is a demanding day over serious terrain for experienced mountain
walkers.
When to go // Summer months when days are long and snow is off the ground.