Corrour to Rannoch - a remote walk in Scotland
A strenuous walk (mountain (above 600m)) starting and finishing in Highland, Scotland, about 25.70km (15.97 mi) long with an estimated walking time of about 9:15h (1 overnight stay). It is unsuitable for families with children, prams & pushchairs, wheelchairs.
Elevation Profile
Ascent
585m (1919ft)
Descent
691m (2267ft)
Max. Elevation
580m (1902ft)
Altitude Gain & Loss
1276m (4186ft)
Start
Corrour Station
End
Bridge of Ericht
Distance
25.70km
(15.97mi)
(15.97mi)
Duration
~9:15h
Difficulty
Strenuous
Ordnance Survey Map
This walk is a great way to appreciate the lonely, wild landscape around Rannoch Moor. The footpath, sometimes called the Road to the Isles, runs between Corrour Station (the most remote in the UK) and Rannoch Station. It's popular with day trippers touring on the West Highland Railway, but make sure you come prepared - the moor is no place to get lost! There are facilities at either end - a pub/cafe at Corrour Station, and a team room at Rannoch Station, with a pub nearby.
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Waypoints
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Take the train to Corrour Station - the perfect place to start any car-free walk. On the eastern side of the station, a track leads down to Loch Ossian Youth Hostel.
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The track heads past the craggy blob of Meall na Lice, steadily climbing through the heathery ground.
About 2.81 km (~1.75 miles) from 
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After about 100m of climbing, the path changes course to head due south along the flanks of Carn Dearg. It's pretty easy to follow, but does get a bit boggy - pity those who came in trainers!
About 2.34 km (~1.45 miles) from 
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For an energetic side trip, leave the path and ascend Carn Dearg (941m) and its neighbour Sgor Gaibhre (955m).
About 2.14 km (~1.33 miles) from 
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There's a clear path across the saddle between the two hills. And great views from the summit.
About 2.90 km (~1.8 miles) from 
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Return across the saddle and drop down to Old Corrour Lodge, back on the drovers' path.
About 3.25 km (~2.02 miles) from 
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This building is a ruin, and used to be lived in by people who managed the Corrour Estate for shooting. A good place to stop for lunch, and enjoy the scenery of Rannoch Moor to the south.
About 1.38 km (~0.86 miles) from 
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The path continues at a steady height, heading past Sron Leachid a' Chaorainn, which stretches out from Carn Dearg.
About 3.27 km (~2.03 miles) from 
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The path crosses the Allt Eigheach, from which point it becomes a wider track again. Keep heading south towards Rannoch.
About 1.98 km (~1.23 miles) from 
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Near to where the path meets the B846 road are the Heart Stone and the Frog stone, where the cattle drovers who used to wander these moors sheltered on their way to and from Glencoe.
About 2.82 km (~1.75 miles) from 
Rannoch StationOS Grid NN423579
Finish at Rannoch Station, a thriving metropolis compared to Corrour, with its tea room, car park and visitor centre. Pop into the nearby Moor of Rannoch for a pint, or the station tea room for a fresh brew while you wait for your train home.
About 2.39 km (~1.49 miles) from 
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Anthony J Beaman
I am disabled and had always fancied walking the track from Corrour to Rannoch before I became disabled. I am in the process of purchasing a disability scooter and wonder if the track is suitable to take a scooter and whether there are any other obstacles to consider? A J Beaman 79 and three quarters.