Hill Walking Guide
A walkers' car park can be found immediately on the right at the entrance to the estate from the main road. There you will find a map of the estate with a selection of walks marked on it. The walks range from a few hours to a full day's trip.
The routes over the Munros are only recommended for those with a high level of fitness and a reasonable level of mountain skills.
Walking in the Highlands is a wonderful experience, but it can also be dangerous for the unprepared. The weather can change very quickly and much of the estate is isolated. Mobile phones do not work inland, so please don't rely on them in case of emergencies.
Remember-
Always tell somebody where you are going and when you expect to be back.
If you plan to be away overnight, please leave a note visible in your vehicle.
Be prepared, always carry warm and waterproof clothing, whatever the weather forecast says
Carry energy foods like nuts and chocolate to sustain you
Always carry a map and compass
Don't push yourself too hard, enjoy the walk!!
Ben Dronaig Bothy
This is a free facility for walkers maintained by the estate. The old Stalkers House at Beinn Dronaig, GR (014389) has been renovated and is open most of the year** to act as a refuge and overnight shelter for passing walkers.
“Three of us recently visited your beautiful estate on Mayday weekend by way of a bothy tour to Bearnais, Maol Bhuidhe and Beinn Dronaig Lodge Bothy. We had a mixed bag of weather over the three days with glorious sunshine competing with wind and rain. We were so glad of Beinn Dronaig Bothy with the great supply of wood left by the estate which enabled us to dry our kit out before walking out. Many thanks for making this available. As we are responsible walkers/bothy goers, we don’t take it for granted.”
There are also mountain Bothies at Bearneas, GR (021431) and Maol-Bhuidhe, GR (053359).
** Please Note:
Ben Dronaig Bothy - Temporary Closure during cull
Both Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) and Scottish Government have over the last few years taken a keen interest in deer numbers and the need to ensure the health and welfare of the deer population, as well as the environment in which they live. To that end, each estate has an agreed culling target that must be adhered to.
Please see the main page for dates of closure
Lochalsh Deer Management Group
lochalshdmg.deer-management.co.uk
Stalking
Whilst stalking can take place from July through to mid October, it starts in earnest from the third week in September until about 20th October. During this period, we would ask walkers to keep off the high ground but if they are going to climb the Munros it is appreciated if they can call the stalker to allow him to plan the day. This does not affect walking on the hill road and around the forestry.
Should you wish to go beyond this, please contact the stalker for advice.
Contact Number Thomas Watson, Stalker, 01520 722308
Available Walks
All grid references on these walks relate to the OS Map-Glen Carron, Sheet 25, 1:50 000.
