Sgùrr na Lapaich

Sgùrr na Lapaich, the highest Munro on the ridgeline north of Loch Mullardoch, is a complex mountain of ridges with superb views across Monar and the Highlands.

Sgùrr na Lapaich

Height	1152m
Prominence	840m
Meaning	peak of the bogland
Lists	Munros (M22)
Location	North of Glen Cannich, Glen Strathfarrar to Glen Affric
Grid Ref	NH161351
Lat/Lon	57.36918, -5.06055
Munro tops	Sgùrr nan Clachan Geala (1093m)

Sgùrr na Lapaich is the highest peak on the ridge of four Munros north of Loch Mullardoch. Its complex shape is defined by four long spurs radiating from the summit, enclosing corries, three of which cradle small lochans. The rocky summit commands magnificent views, with the northward sweep dominated by Lurg Mhòr rising above Loch Monar, while Mullardoch and the peaks of Affric stretch out to the south.

Sgùrr na Lapaich is usually climbed as part of the demanding northern Mullardoch circuit, which also takes in Càrn nan Gobhar, An Riabhachan and An Socach. The traverse is most logically done west-to-east, using the Loch Mullardoch ferry to reach An Socach before crossing the ridge eastwards and returning to the dam. For strong parties, the mountain can also be included in the Mullardoch Round, an epic challenge linking all twelve Munros around the loch — a single day for runners, or a two-day expedition for backpacking hillwalkers.

Routes up Sgùrr na Lapaich

Mullardoch Munros
	Ridges encircling Loch Mullardoch offer an epic route with 12 Munros that hill-runners could complete in a day, whereas hillwalkers could overnight camp. Peaks : 12 Munros Ascent : 4725m (15500ft) Distance : 57km (35m) Time : 19hr

Munros north of Loch Mullardoch
	Having landed at the foot of An Socach, a linear route follows ridges and crests as it ascends Sgùrr na Lapaich and the other Munros north of Loch Mullardoch. Peaks : 4 Munros Ascent : 1775m (5820ft) Distance : 22km (14m) Time : 6:35hr