Conival & Ben More Assynt
‘Hill of Meeting’ & ‘Big Mountain of Assynt’
Mountains in Assynt, these Munros sit in the far north-west of Scotland, 30 kilometres (19 miles) north-northeast of Ullapool. Ben More Assynt translates as “big mountain of Assynt”, and is the highest point in Sutherland.
Conival and Ben More Assynt are the only two Munros in the Assynt region of the north-western Scottish Highlands. They’re connected by a rocky ridge and offer a dramatic and rewarding hike through a remote and geologically fascinating landscape.
Route details with 360° virtual tour, map, 3D model and GPX download of the route to the summit of these mountains in Scotland.
Munro – Conival – Altitude: 987 metres
Munro – Ben More Assynt – Altitude: 998 metres
Route Length: 11 miles Total Ascent: 3700 ft Surface: Rough/Boulders/paths
Difficulty: Moderate/Hard
Average Walking Time: 6:25 h
Route starts at Inchnadamph, Rock Trail Car Park, Lairg IV27 4HN.
Google maps directions to the route start can be found HERE
There is a site of Special Scientific Interest called The Bone Caves just off the lower trail to Conival. As well as animal bones – ancient human remains were discovered in the caves. May be worth a visit. More information is available HERE
Conival & Ben More Assynt
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Conival & Ben More Assynt
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