Ruadh-stac Mor, Beinn Eighe

Height	1010m
Prominence	632m
Meaning	big red peak, file mountain
Lists	Munros, 121
Location	Torridon, Applecross, Coulin and Torridon
Grid Ref	NG951612
Lat/Lon	57.59381, -5.43023

As a long spur from the main ridge of Beinn Eighe, Ruadh-stac more can be seen as whale-back in shape, its western faces formed of scree and its north and eastern slopes guarded by many crags.

The most popular route to Ruadh-stac Mor begins on a path working its way from Glen Torridon through Coire Dubh Mor below the south-western slopes of Beinn Eighe. This route leads to Coire Mhic Fhearchair with its stunning Triple Buttress, standing to the north of which is Ruadh-stac Mor.

Most hillwalkers will opt to continue further from Ruadh-stac Mor along Beinn's bouldery crests, with many options for route choice, including taking in the other Munro summit on Beinn Eighe, Spidean Coire nan Clach or detouring to the 'Black Carls' at the eastern end of the mountain's crests.

Routes up Ruadh-stac Mor

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Beinn Eighe in Torridon
	Beinn Eighe is a vast mountain in Torridon, boasting seven peaks, two of which are Munros. There are many route options, but ensure you visit its most dramatic feature, Coire Mhic Fhearchair, a spectaular amphitheatre with a famed 'Triple Buttress'. Peaks : 2 Munros Ascent : 1250m (4100ft) Distance : 17km (11m) Time : 6:15hr

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