Fisherfield Munros Round from Corrie Hallie (1-2 Days)

Starting from Corrie Hallie, this challenging and remote route covers the Fisherfield Munros and the Corbett Beinn a’ Chlaidheimh. It’s an epic journey through the heart of the Great Wilderness, known for its isolation and rugged beauty. The round typically involves climbing six peaks, starting with Beinn a’ Chlaidheimh, now a Corbett following its reclassification in 2012. The circuit can be done in one long, tough day, or spread over two days, with an overnight stop often at the Shenavall Bothy.

 Corrie Hallie to Beinn a’ Chlaidheimh and the Munros

The route begins by leaving Corrie Hallie, following the well-worn track up and down into Cnoc nan Righreon over the river, then up the steep pathless rough terrain toward Beinn a’ Chlaidheimh, the first peak of the day. Though now classified as a Corbett, Beinn a’ Chlaidheimh still provides a serious mountain challenge, with steep slopes and a rough, rocky and heather clad ascent. The climb is steady but demanding, and from its summit, you’ll get great views of the vast wilderness that lies ahead.

 Sgùrr Ban (989 m)

From the summit of Beinn a’ Chlaidheimh, descend toward Sgùrr Ban, the first Munro of the round. This mountain is characterised by its broad, plateau summit covered in large stones. The ascent is demanding, we found it best to stay to the right of the boulder field, heading for the grassy areas up the left hand side of the corrie. The summit rewards with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks.

 Mullach Coire Mhic Fhearchair (1,015 m)

After Sgùrr Ban, the route follows a steep and eventually when found,  well defined path toward Mullach Coire Mhic Fhearchair, the highest peak of the Fisherfield Munros. The climb involves crossing a col and then a steep, rocky  ascent, eventually reaching the summit. From here, you can appreciate the dramatic landscape of corries, lochs, and distant peaks of this beautiful area. Mullach Coire Mhic Fhearchair is often seen as the highlight of the round due to its craggy features and challenging descent towards Beinn Tarsuinn.

 Beinn Tarsuinn (937 m)

Next, you’ll head toward Beinn Tarsuinn, which is easily identified by its distinctive flat rock feature, known as the “tennis court”. The terrain is initialy rugged and hard going underfoot, but soon changes, offering some magnificent walking along the path below Meall Garbh and up the grassy slope to the summit. Beinn Tarsuinn offers excellent views back toward the mountains already conquered and ahead to the remaining peaks.

 A’ Mhaighdean (967 m)

The next challenge is A’ Mhaighdean, often considered the most remote Munro in Scotland. From the magnificent ridge of Beinn Tarsuinn, you’ll drop into a col before climbing up over the “Tennis Court” then descend onto a pathless boggy expanse looking over to A’ Mhaighdean. The approach to this peak is one of the finest in Scotland, with remote, untouched landscapes stretching out in every direction. Again a big climb up the grassy slope eventually finding a well defined path to the summit. The summit views are extraordinary, with unmatched 360° beauty, particularly south to the previous Munros and west/N/west toward Fionn Loch and the rugged coastline.

 Ruadh Stac Mòr (918 m)

After enjoying the isolation and stunning views from A’ Mhaighdean, the route continues to Ruadh Stac Mòr, the final Munro of the round. A very rough worn path descends down into Poll Eadar dha Stac then crosses a rather craggy/outcrop area towards the next Munro. The ascent involves scrambling over rocky/boulder field terrain, and although not as high as the other peaks, Ruadh Stac Mòr offers a rewarding finish to the Munro section of the round. The rugged summit provides sweeping views of the Fisherfield wilderness and the journey out to Shenavall Bothy still to come.

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 Descent to Shenavall Bothy and Return to Corrie Hallie

 Shenavall Bothy

After completing the Munros, you’ll descend steeply from Ruadh Stac Mòr and navigate your way past Lochan a Bhraghad eventually finding a well defined path running through Gleann na Muice Beag. This path, (although hard to distinguish further on at Strath na Sealga)  takes you over a couple of river crossings and eventually to the Shenavall Bothy,  nestled on the lower southern slope of the mighty An Teallach. Many walkers use Shenavall as an overnight stop if they’re completing the round over two days, or simply as a rest point before the long return to Corrie Hallie.

 Return to Corrie Hallie

From Shenavall, the path follows the  Allt a Chlaiginn burn North West/West. Although the terrain is easier here, the walk can feel long after the previous climbs. Eventually, the track leads back to Corrie Hallie, completing the round and marking the end of one of the most challenging and rewarding adventures in the Scottish Highlands.