Aonach Beag, the 'small ridge', is the link in the chain of high summits between shapely Beinn Eibhinn and the massive Geal-Charn, and its name may reflect that place between two more striking neighbours. A cairn marks the top. It's a long way from any road: walkers come in on estate tracks and stalkers' paths from Glen Spean, or from Culra, where the bothy is now closed because asbestos was found in it.
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High ridge between broad plateaus and lochans, with a northern shoulder reached by stalkers' paths.
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Our Route
No path for 7.6 kmAbout 7.6 km of this route has no path on the map (longest stretch 7.6 km). Expect rough, pathless ground. You will need a map and compass and the skills to use them.
Also on this route: Geal-Charn, Beinn Eibhinn, Carn Dearg (Ben Alder)
Safety: Routes are a guide only. Carry a map and compass and know how to use them, check the weather before you go, and turn back if in doubt. You use this route at your own risk.
