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Coire Lagan

Distance Approximate Time Height Gain OS Map
9 kms 04:30 (hrs:mins) 550 metres Explorer 411: Skye - Cuillin Hills

Description

Looking over to the Cuillin Hills on the Isle of Skye Route map

The route starts at the car park at the foot of Glen Brittle, at the north end of Loch Brittle. From here walk east along the path towards the wild lochan, nestling below the cliffs of Corrie Lagan. From here keep climbing east to come to Corie Lagan.

The return is initially by the same route before a path branches off right to descend via the waterfall at East Mor. After passign East Mor and Glenbrittle House turn left onto the road which will take you back to your starting point.

The cliffs of corrie Lagan are popular with climbers who can often be seen from this walk.

Access Info

Drive west from Sligachan on A863, then take B8009 and follow to Merkadale, then turn left onto Glenbrittle road. Park by campsite. No public transport.

Additional Info

Nearest tourist information centre is in Portree.

The walk starts from Glen Brittle campsite which also has a small shop. Adjacent Glenbrittle beach can be a good place to spot porpoises.

Once in the coire look out for the Cioch high on the right - this huge block jutting out from the cliff is unique in Scotland and was the location of a memorable swordfight in the film Highlander.

More Info

More information is available in OS Pathfinder guide 3 - Skye and the North West Highlands.

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