Ben Nevis CMD from Glen Nevis

Ben Nevis

Glen Nevis campsite CMD, Ben Nevis round

Hiking Difficult

Distance: 21 km
Ascent: 1.8 km
Descent: 1.8 km
Duration: 1 day +

Low Point: 19 m
High Point: 1.3 km
Gradient: 18˚

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between May and September. From a low point of 19 m to the maximum altitude of 1.3 km, the route covers 21 km, 1800 vertical metres of ascent and 1800 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Glen Nevis - Carn Mor Dearg - Ben Nevis - Glen Nevis

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.

High Exposure

Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.

Remoteness

Away from help but easily accessed.

Best time to visit

Similar routes nearby

586 m away

Ben Nevis Mountain Track

The classic route up the UK's highest mountain

Difficult Hiking

Distance: 16 km
Ascent: 1.3 km
Descent: 1.3 km

2.3 km away

Ben Nevis via the CMD Arete

A contender for the title of grandest ridge walk in the country, the Carn Mor Dearg (CMD) Arete straddles that fine line between rambling and scrambling.

Extreme Hiking