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Walking in Torridon, Fisherfield, Fannichs and an Teallach
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- Book Synopsis
- Explore the spectacular mountains and wild landscapes of north-western Scotland with 50 classic walks and scrambles in Torridon, Fisherfield, the Fannichs and An Teallach. From the steep rocky peaks of Torridon to the remote wilderness of Fisherfield Forest and Letterewe, these routes open the door to some of Scotland's most awe-inspiring and distinctive hill country.Perfect for experienced walkers and mountain enthusiasts, this comprehensive Cicerone guidebook features routes ranging from 6 to 58km (4-36 miles), each requiring good fitness, confident navigation and self-reliance in remote terrain. Take on well-known Munros such as Liathach, Beinn Eighe and An Teallach, ascend quieter Corbetts and Grahams like Beinn Bhàn and Ben Shieldaig, and discover hidden summits among dramatic ridges, wild lochs and ancient Highland scenery.Climb 27 Munros, 20 Corbetts and 14 Graham summits across Torridon, the Fannichs, Fisherfield and Letterewe, from celebrated giants like Liathach, Beinn Eighe and An Teallach to little-visited peaks with remarkable views and fascinating geology.Make use of clear, detailed route descriptions and custom 1:50,000 OS mapping for every walk in the Torridon, Fannichs, Fisherfield and Letterewe areas, alongside practical information on access, planning and safety.Plan your adventures using route information boxes, summary tables and guidance on key bases for exploring these regions, including Lochcarron, Torridon, Kinlochewe, Gairloch, Poolewe and Ullapool.Notes on each walk, whether in Torridon, Fisherfield, Letterewe or the Fannichs, highlight distance, estimated time (2 to 20 hours), and key navigational features and hazards. Most routes provide challenging days that may be split with a wild camp.Written for walking in Torridon, Fisherfield, the Fannichs and Letterewe from spring to autumn, with advice on tackling these routes as mountaineering objectives in winter, plus essential information on equipment, skills, geology, wildlife and the history of each area.Routes are divided into four geographical sections: north Torridon, south Torridon, the Fannichs, and Fisherfield/Letterewe. Each section includes background notes and practical advice.Set out to explore the wild and ancient heart of the Scottish Highlands, where every summit rewards with sweeping views, dramatic rock formations and a true sense of remoteness. With this definitive Cicerone guidebook, you'll have everything you need to plan safe and memorable journeys in Torridon, Fisherfield, the Fannichs and An Teallach.
- About The Author
- Chris Townsend is an outdoor writer and photographer whose 25 books include Scotland in Cicerone's World Mountain ranges series; the award-winning The Backpacker's Handbook ; Rattlesnakes and Bald Eagles , the story of his hike along the 2600-mile Pacific Crest Trail; The Munros and Tops , an account of his continuous round of all the 3000ft summits in Scotland - the first time this walk has been done; and Along the Divide , the story of his walk along the Scottish watershed. A passionate long-distance walker, Chris's other epic walks include the 3100-mile Continental Divide Trail, the 1200-mile Pacific Northwest Trail, the 800-mile Arizona Trail, 1600 miles along the whole length of the Canadian Rockies (another first), 1000 miles south-north through the Yukon Territory and 1300 miles south-north through Norway and Sweden. He has also led ski tours in Norway, Spitsbergen, Greenland, Lapland and other areas, as well as treks in Nepal. Chris is involved with several outdoor and conservation organisations and served as President of the Mountaineering Council of Scotland and as a Trustee of the John Muir Trust. He writes on outdoor subjects every month for TGO magazine, and lives in Strathspey in the Cairngorms National Park.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781786310286
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Cicerone Press, (20 July 2022)
- Number of Pages
- 288
- Weight
- 258 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 172 x 172 x 12.5 mm
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