Geo-Trips :: Completing Hectad NO07 / Carn an Righ
Spittal of Glenshee
A walk from Dalmunzie Hotel in Glenlochsie, Sat, 19 Apr 2014 by William Starkey
A lengthy walk linking the remaining un-photographed grid squares in hectad NO07 with the Munro Carn an Righ.
Route: Dalmunzie Hotel > Glen Taitneach > Allt Easgaidh > Loch nan Eun > Gleann Mòr > Allt a' Ghlinne Mhòir > Fealar Lodge > Miadan Mòr > Allt a' Ghlinne Bhig > Carn an Righ > Loch nan Eun > Allt Easgaidh > Glen Taitneach > Dalmunzie Hotel.
[GPS track is indicative only, added "post-hoc"]
Access to this area is helped significantly by the hillwalkers carpark at the Dalmunzie Hotel, which saves several kilometres walking in comparison to a base in Spittal of Glenshee. I started on a beautiful spring morning, with an uncomplicated approach through Glen Taitneach to Loch nan Eun – no navigational difficulties here. From the loch, the route circled Carn an Righ, passing the remote Fealar Lodge, before returning to the col between Carn an Righ and Mam nan Cairn, and ascending the former peak. Paths lead back to Loch nan Eun, and Glen Taitneach. A long day’s walking in magnificent scenery.
As with many walks in the highlands, this route utilises the local river system for access into a remote area, with the course of the Allt a' Ghlinne Mhòir offering a relatively easy passage from Loch nan Eun to the Fealar Lodge track east of Meall na Spionaig. In early spring, melting snow swells the rivers, which appear bright silver in the morning sun – a beautiful sight. After a long days walking, the summit of the Munro Carn an Righ is a fine vantage point as sunset approaches. Not for the first time when completing a hectad for Geograph, I was unable to walk quickly enough to complete the route in daylight, the final kilometre was by torchlight – sadly no time for “refreshments” in the very welcoming Dalmunzie Hotel.
Distance - 41.3km; Ascent - 1382 metres (both by GPS); duration 11 hrs 30 mins, solo. Camera used - Canon G1X.
On the map below, the grey line is the GPS track from this trip. Click the blue circles to see a photograph taken from that spot and read further information about the location. The blue lines indicate the direction of view. There is also a slideshow of this trip. ( )
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View towards Glen Taitneach
A northern view into Glen Taitneach - a very beautiful glen situated to the north... more
Path to Glen Taitneach
The path leading from Glenlochsie farm into Glen Taitneach, a useful access route... more
Summit of Carn an Righ
The summit cairn/shelter on Carn an Righ. This image was taken just before 19:00,... more
South of Loch nan Eun
Late lying snow on the southern shore of Loch nan Eun, with a just a few... more
Gleann Mòr
The upper region of Gleann Mòr, between Carn an Righ and Glas Tulaichean
View across Gleann Mòr
A view across Gleann Mòr from the lower (southern) slopes of Carn an Righ.... more
South-western slopes of Stac na h-Iolair
Steep ground, with exposed rock and scree on the south western slopes of Stac na... more
Steep ground west of Stac na h-Iolair
Moorland situated to the west of Stac na h-Iolair, viewed on a descent towards the... more
Allt a' Ghlinne Bhig
The lower region of the Allt a' Ghlinne Bhig, viewed just before its confluence... more
Fealar Lodge
Fealar Lodge, said to be the remotest shooting lodge in Scotland, almost 25km... more
Track east of the Allt a' Ghlinne Mhòir
A track leading to Fealar Lodge, viewed here above the eastern bank of the Allt a'... more
Miadan Mòr
Moorland on Miadan Mòr, crossed by a path leading from Fealer Lodge to Loch... more
Gleann Beag
A view into Gleann Beag, viewed over the course of the Allt a' Ghlinne Bhig. It's... more
Allt a' Ghlinne Beag
The Allt a' Ghlinne Beag, viewed here flowing between Carn an Righ and Miadan Mòr.
Steep ground west of Beinn Iutharn Mhòr
Moorland on the lower slopes of Beinn Iutharn Mhòr.
Descent towards the Crom Allt
Moorland on the lower slopes of Beinn Iutharn Mhòr, viewed on a descent... more
Glen Taitneach
A view towards the head of Glen Taitneach - in April, snow can still be seen on... more
Glen Taitneach
A northern view into Glen Taitneach - seen to good effect on a fine April morning.
Eastern slopes of Carn an Righ
Late lying snow on the steep eastern slopes of Carn an Righ, with Beinn Iutharn... more
Loch nan Eun
Loch nan Eun, still fringed by snow in mid-April.
Creag Dallaig
Rock and scree on the western slopes of Creag Dallaig, in upper Glen Taitneach.
View towards Glas Choire Beag
Late lying snow in Glas Choire Beag, situated to the north east of the Munro Glas... more
Moorland west of Loch nan Eun
Snow patches on moorland situated to the west of Loch nan Eun.
Allt a' Ghlinne Mhòir
The Allt a' Ghlinne Mhòir, viewed from a bridge carrying the access track... more
Track to Fealar Lodge
The track to Fealar Lodge - this leads to the remote lodge from the A924 near Enochdhu.
Path by Màm nan Carn
A path skirting the southern flank of Màm nan Carn, leading to Loch nan Eun.
By the Allt Easgaidh
Moorland by the Allt Easgaidh in upper Glen Taitneach. The track through the glen... more
The Allt Easgaidh
The course of the Allt Easgaidh, tumbling from Loch nan Eun towards Glen Taitneach.
Waterfalls on the Allt Easgaidh
Waterfalls on the steep upper section of the Allt Easgaidh. A path follows the... more
Descent from Glas Tulaichean
A hillwalker descending towards Loch nan Eun from Glas Tulaichean, presumably en... more
Loch nan Eun
Loch nan Eun, 750 metres above sea level, and still fringed by snow in mid-April.... more
Corvid trap in Gleann Mòr
A wood and wire structure in the lower region of Gleann Mòr. I believe this... more
View towards Stac na h-Iolair
Moorland in Gleann Mòr, with steep ground on the southern flank of Stac na... more
The Allt a' Ghlinne Mhòir
The upper region of the Allt a' Ghlinne Mhòir, viewed on a walk through... more
Glas Tulaichean from Carn an Righ
A view towards Glas Tulaichean from the scree-covered upper slopes of Carn an... more
Allt a' Ghlinne Mhòir
The Allt a' Ghlinne Mhòir, a tributary of the River Tilt, viewed here... more
Footbridge over the Allt Ghlinn Thaitneich
The Allt Ghlinn Thaitneich, still carrying snow-melt on an April morning. A... more
Moorland south of Màm nan Carn
The last of the winter's snow on moorland south of Màm nan Carn -... more
Track in Glen Taitneach
A large boulder beside the track in Glen Taitneach - presumably a glacial erratic.
Ascent towards the col between Carn an Righ and Màm nan Carn
The last of the winter's snow in the valley between Carn an Righ and Màm... more
Gleann Mòr
The upper region of Gleann Mòr, viewed over the Allt a' Ghlinne... more
Moorland north of Glas Tulaichean
Peat hagged moorland north of Glas Tulaichean, which is still holding considerable... more
Moorland in Gleann Mòr
A view across Gleann Mòr, a remote glen situated between Glas Tulaichean... more
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