This area covers the mountains between Fort William, Loch Leven (to the south) and Loch Treig (to the east). The area includes Ben Nevis and Carn Mor Dearg, The Mamores, The Aonachs and The Grey Corries. An impressive 20 Munros are split equally by Glen Nevis and the waters of Abhainn Rath. Relatively accessible from the A82, these mountains hold some classic walking and climbing routes such as The Ring of Steall in the Mamores and Point Five Gully on Ben Nevis. Includes all major peaks above 600m.
I led my family on a hike up Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK. The hike started with decent weather, but the heavens opened halfway up, bringing heavy showers for about 30 minutes. This made the ascent more challenging, but the family handled it well. As we approached the summit, visibility worsened due to mist, and the top was completely shrouded, providing a classic Ben Nevis experience with its often unpredictable weather.Despite the challenging conditions, everyone managed the climb and descent safely. The poor visibility at the top required careful navigation, especially with less experienced family members, but the descent was straightforward once we dropped below the mist. The experience was a great combination of family bonding and the physical challenge of climbing Ben Nevis.Camping in the valley the night before also added to the adventure, providing a good base for the day’s activities.
