Beinn Ghobhlach from Badrallach

End of public road by Badrallach

The route begins from the shores of Little Loch Broom, reached from the A832 which branches off the A835 at the Braemore junction near the Corrieshalloch Gorge. The road passes through open moorland before descending towards Dundonnell at the head of Little Loch Broom.

Approximately 3km south of Dundonnell, a signed turning for Badrallach leads north along a narrow single-track road. This climbs steadily by almost 250m before descending to the small settlement of Badrallach, where a handful of houses and a campsite are located.

Parking is available at the end of the public road, taking care not to block the turning circle.

Beinn Ghobhlach from the eastern shore of Loch na Coireig

From the end of the public road, a sign indicates the Ceum Path to Sgoraig. Beside this, a narrow but well-constructed track rises briefly before levelling out and continuing at a steady height above the shoreline of Little Loch Broom, with fine views across the loch to Sàil Mhòr.

After approximately 1.5km, the track curves slightly . At this point, it is left behind and higher ground is gained directly to the north. The slope is relatively steep but largely grass-covered, and after a climb of around 200m a broad pass is reached. Here, a wide sandstone slab provides a natural viewpoint, with Beinn Ghobhlach seen ahead and reflected in Loch na h-Uidhe.

Beyond this point, the ground becomes rougher and more heather-covered. Two main options present themselves to reach the base of Beinn Ghobhlach: a fairly direct line between between Loch na h-Uidhe and Loch na Coireig, or a longer line taken around the eastern side of Loch na Coireig. Although more circuitous, the eastern option offers easier going on particularly attractive beach along the loch shore.

From the lochs , two lines of ascent present themselves. One takes a generally grassy line close to a band of sandstone crags and rises steeply towards the summit, finishing with a short section of easy sandstone clambering which, in most conditions, presents little difficulty. A second, more gradual option continues north-east towards Loch a’ Bhealaich before approaching the summit from the south-east and ascending the hill’s eastern side. This line is longer but avoids steeper ground and remains on grass and stunted heather for most of the ascent.

The summit of Beinn Ghobhlach is marked by a substantial stone-walled shelter, forming a circular structure that provides effective protection in exposed conditions.

An Teallach and Sàil Mhòr from Beinn Ghobhlach's summit

An Teallach and Sàil Mhòr from Beinn Ghobhlach's summit

Returning to Loch na Coireig and Loch na h-Uidhe

The return is normally made by the outward route. Variations are possible, including a descent through Coire Dearg to the north of Beinn Ghobhlach, or an ascent of Cnoc a’ Bhaid-rallaich, before the track above Little Loch Broom is regained for the walk back to Badrallach.