Am Binnein rises steeply above the village of Corrie and dominates the local landscape. The walk starts at High Corrie and follows an impressive horseshoe ridge to the top of Goatfell.
Distance: 9km
Highest point gained: 874m (Goatfell)
Total ascent: 970m
Walk duration: 8hrs
Terrain: some rough mountain paths, moorland, some scrambling
Technical Rating: Moderate
Blister Rating: 3
Walk description: Starting at High Corrie the route is a steep rocky climb to the top of Am Binnein with great views up and down the Clyde. From here the walk follows the ridge to the next peak of Mullach Buidhe where the panorama of the rest of Arran’s mountains opens up. North Goatfell is the next summit followed by the Stacach ridge, running over and around a series of tors and buttresses that make up this section and eventually the very top of Goatfell is reached, Arran's highest peak. From the top down into Cladach is on a well made footpath.
ADVISED KIT LIST
Suggested Hill Clothing
NO jeans – anyone wearing jeans will not be allowed to start the walk, and no refund will be possible
Stout hill walking boots
Appropriate walking trousers, top layers and fleece – preferably no cotton layers
Suggested minimum daysac contents
Waterproof (not showerproof) trousers
Waterproof (not showerproof) jacket
Spare fleece (in addition to one being worn)
Spare socks
Woollen or fleece hat
Gloves
Packed lunch and drink
Any personal medicines
Sun cream and insect repellent
Cost
Adult/Teen (16+) - £15.00