Fisherfields & Slioch
This classic round is nestled remotely between the famous An Teallach and Slioch, offering stunning views across both. This round is a big undertaking, and you feel its remoteness even as you walk into the area to take on the 5 Munros & a Corbett.
Sgùrr Ban
Mullach Coire Mhic Fhearchair
Beinn Tarsuinn
A' Mhaighdean
Ruadh Stac Mòr
Beinn a’ Chlaidheimh (Corbett)
Traversing Beinn Tarsuinn as part of the Fisherfields round.
Fisherfields 3 day Expedition
This expedition is 3 days including walking in and out. We will be entirely self-sufficient for this period, wild camping on route to really take in the remoteness of these incredible mountains.
2 Route Options
We have two options for how we undertake this round. This is due to the nature of one of the routes having a major stream crossing which can be impassable if in spate (water running very high & fast – usually around heavy rain / snow melt). This means we can’t plan long in advance whether this route is a possible option, as safety is obviously paramount. Therefore, our main option uses an alternative entry point to the area and the other route is a last minute option if the weather is looking favourable for us.
Route Option 1 sees us walking in via the southeast corner starting near Kinlochewe. This route takes in the 5 Munros but not the Corbett (sorry to the Corbett baggers!). This is a viable option in virtually all conditions and is our go to for this trip.
Route Option 2, although our preference of route, is more difficult to plan for due to the river crossing. This starts from the A832 in the North East of the Fisherfield area and heads in towards Shenevall Bothy. We undertake the complete horseshoe if we use this option, including up and over the Corbett of Beinn a’ Chlaidheimh.
When will we confirm which route we are taking?
We will inform you a day or two before the event whether option 2 is feasible for us or whether we will take route option 1 as a safe expedition to complete the 5 Munros. The route option will be based on the weather and forecasts for the period of our expedition
Where should I stay before the expedition?
We recommend staying around the Inverness area the night before if you are looking to book accommodation ahead of the trip to allow for any late change of plan from route option 1 to option 2. This is roughly 1hr-1hr15mins to both start points depending on exactly where you stay.
AP Mountaineering staff will most likely be in the SYHA in Inverness. If you stay at an SYHA while attending any of our events you can get a10% Discount with the code - AP10.
Intro to Wild Camping – want to try wild camping before taking on our bigger expeditions? More information available via the link.
Trip Summary:
Fitness: This is a long walk with necessity to carry your own gear to be self-sufficient for back-to-back days. You will require good mountain fitness for this.
Location: Kinlochewe / Layby A832 (Weather dependent – See options section)
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights wild camping (Carrying everything to be self-sufficient)
Meet Day 1: 9am
Finish Day 3: 5pm approx.
Wild Camping Kit list – Check out what you need for this and all of our expeditions. We are always happy to help and chat through kit. We may have the odd spare item, but you will need to provide your kit.
Please note , this is a 3 day wild camping trip. You will need your own gear. We may be able to help with some bits if you are struggling so please get in touch if you have any issues.
Slioch
Fancy an extra day while you’re in the area? Why not join us on the classic Munro of Slioch? We often run a guided walk up Slioch while we are in the area so scroll down to find out more...
*You will need separate accommodation for the night as this not part of the expedition.
Slioch viewed in the background as we travel into the Fisherfield Circuit via the alternate route.
Slioch
One of the most recognisable mountains in the Highlands, this bulk of a mountain stands alone and gives superb views across to surrounding Torridon, the Fisherfields and the Fannicks mountains as well as of Loch Maree. We start gently following the Kinlochewe river before climbing into Coire na Sleaghaich, corrie of the spears. The name Slioch is thought to come from the Gaelic word ‘Sleagh’ – ‘the spear’. Once we have summited Slioch, we can take the stunning ridge across to Sgurr an Tuill Bhain for continued views into the wilderness of the Fisherfields before our descent.
Fitness: This is a reasonably long day on good tracks mostly but with a steep climb to the summit. Reasonable hill fitness is required.
Location: Incheril Carpark
Duration: 8-10 hours
