Stob Coire Sgreamhach

Stob Coire Sgreamhach, at 1,072 metres, is the second Munro of the Bidean nam Bian massif in Glencoe, almost always climbed as an extension of the main summit rather than on its own.

From the summit of Bidean nam Bian, a path descends along a narrow ridge with some easy scrambling before widening as height is lost, reaching the bealach between the two peaks — a good spot to leave rucksacks if only continuing to the top and back. From here an obvious path climbs bouldery ground east to Stob Coire Sgreamhach's summit cairn, with fine views down into the Lost Valley and across to the Aonach Eagach ridge.

The descent from the bealach drops steeply into Coire Gabhail, the Lost Valley — a hidden, flat-floored hollow historically used to hide rustled cattle — following an eroded but improving path down the left side of the corrie, well above the stream where it disappears into a gorge.

Combined with Bidean nam Bian, the full round from the Achnambeithach car park is around 12 kilometres, typically seven to nine hours including both summits.

The descent gully above the Lost Valley is steep and loose, and frequently holds a large snow patch well into summer even in an otherwise clear season — this section should not be underestimated and is a common site of slips and minor accidents.

Parking in Glen Coe at the Three Sisters or Achnambeithach car parks is free but fills early; buses between Glasgow, Fort William, and Skye stop nearby on the A82.