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Munro Profile 38: Stob Coire Easain

Region: Fort William to Loch Ericht
Height: 1,108m (3,635 ft)

Stob Coire Easain is a striking peak on the western fringe of the Central Highlands, often paired with its neighbour Stob a’Choire Mheadhoin. Its summit rises steeply above Loch Treig, offering a dramatic ridge walk and expansive views across the Grey Corries and the Ben Nevis range. For campervan travellers, access is remote but direct, with Fersit providing a quiet and practical trailhead.

Trailhead and Parking

Primary Access Point: Fersit Road End

  • Location: Minor road off the A86, near Tulloch Station
  • Grid Reference: NN349786
  • Capacity: Small roadside parking; suitable for short campervans during the day
  • Facilities: None at the trailhead; nearest services in Roybridge or Spean Bridge
  • Charges: Free
  • Overnight: Not permitted

Alternative Options

  • Roybridge: Campsite with full facilities, 15-minute drive from the trailhead
  • Wild parking: Possible in designated laybys along the A86 (check signage and seasonal restrictions)
  • Tulloch Station: Alternative access for rail-based approaches

Route Overview

Standard Ascent: Fersit Circuit via Coire Laire

  • The Fersit circuit, including both Munros, is approximately 15 km with ~1,200m elevation gain.
  • Terrain: Estate tracks, steep grassy slopes, rocky ridges
  • Time Estimate: 6 to 8 hours

Navigation Notes

  • The ridge is exposed in places; a map, compass, or GPS is essential
  • Often combined with Stob a’Choire Mheadhoin for a two-Munro day
  • Route can be boggy in lower sections; gaiters recommended

The summit of Stob Coire Easain is closer to NN308730.

Campervan Suitability

Day Parking

  • Fersit road end allows daytime campervan access (small vehicles only)
  • Roybridge offers overflow options and amenities

Overnight Options

  • Roybridge Campsite: Toilets, showers, electric hook-ups
  • Wild parking may be possible in designated laybys (check signage)
  • No overnighting permitted at the Fersit trailhead

Fuel and Supplies

  • Roybridge: Small shop and café
  • Nearest large supermarket: Fort William

Legacy Log

  • Name origin: “Stob Coire Easain” translates to “peak of the corrie of the little waterfall”
  • Summit features: Cairn with views across Loch Treig and the Central Highlands
  • Known for: Steep ascent, elegant ridgeline, and pairing potential with its neighbour
  • Popular with: Ridge walkers and those seeking a quieter alternative to the Grey Corries

Closing Notes

This is Munro Profile 38 in your campervan-access series. If you’ve climbed Stob Coire Easain, paired it with Stob a’Choire Mheadhoin, or found a reliable overnight spot nearby, feel free to share your comments. Your insights help shape the archive and support fellow travellers.

Sources Used
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