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Gain (+/- 10%): 1869m (6132ft)
Total (+/- 10%): 3771m (12372ft)
Loss (+/- 10%): 1902m (6240ft)
Max. Elevation: 890m (2919ft)
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Take the train to Glenfinnan (there are buses too). From the station is a road that leads underneath the spectacular Glenfinnan viaduct. Harry Potter fans will no doubt get a bit overexcited - it's the one they use to film the Hogwarts Express.
A track follows the River Finnan up to the Corryhully Bothy - a useful spot to stay overnight if you don't want to rush back for the last train. The stillness of the great outdoors is even more remarkable at evening time, so plan to stay the night if possible.
Cross the stream that runs from the impressive Coire Thollaidh and ascend the grassy slopes of Druim Coire a' Bheithe. This will take you to the first Munro of the day - Sgurr Thuilm (963m).
Drop off the summit to the south and pick up the ridge running west along the rocky ridge. Great views all round.
Past the two smaller tops of Beinn Gharb and Meall an Tarmachain is Sgurr nan Coireachan (956m). This overlooks the dramatic Coire Thollaidh.
Drop down to Sgurr a' Choire Riabhaich, admiring the corrie as you go. It's then a simple scramble down to the River Finnan again.
After losing the height, return via the same track you came in on.
And it's back to Glenfinnan for the train/bus home. The nearby station museum is worth a visit if you have time to kill before the train - www.glenfinnanstationmuseum.co.uk - or just sit back and gaze at Loch Shiel.
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