Scottish National Trail: Kylestrome to Rhiconich
This segment crosses the proud summit of Ben Dreavie––notable less for its elevation (501m) and more for its relief of at least 150m on every side. It’s a long trek on barren and often boggy moorland over this summit, along the flanks of Ben Stack, then returning to sea level at A838, before another long slog on partially pathless moorland alongside remote lochs and crossing a wide river.
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 30 km
- Ascent
- 884 m
- Descent
- 906 m
- Duration
- 7-8 hrs
- Low Point
- 11 m
- High Point
- 508 m
- Gradient
- 9˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's an unknown remoteness, it features unknown exposure and is typically done in an unknown time of year. From a low point of 11 m to the maximum altitude of 508 m, the route covers 30 km, 884 vertical metres of ascent and 906 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.