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WALK 1.7

Kylerhea Glen Circuit

Start/Finish	Car park (NG787212)
Distance	14km (8½ miles)
Total ascent	1295m (4250ft)
Map	OS Explorer 412

This tough and unremitting circuit of the wild and rugged Kylerhea Glen is no light undertaking, and should not be contemplated other than by strong and experienced walkers, and only then in good conditions. Given those conditions, it is a superbly satisfying round, and one you will almost certainly have to yourself.

It begins with a direct assault on Beinn Bhuidhe, from there tracking below Sgurr na Coinnich to the Bealach nam Mulachag. From the bealach, ascend Beinn na Caillich, and return to climb Sgurr na Coinnich, before descending south-westwards to Bealach Udal on the Broadford–Kylerhea road. Now, cross the road and tackle the heathery slopes of Beinn Bheag, before pressing on to Ben Aslak.

Once the summit of Ben Aslak is gained, head for its eastern top, and from there descend the long and easilyinclined north-east ridge until you intersect the coastal path linking Kylerhea with Kinloch Lodge Hotel above Loch na Dal. Head north along this path to reach a bridge over Kylerhea River. Go ahead alongside a fence to reach an unsurfaced road near a house, and there turn right to follow the road out to the main glen road, not far from your starting point.