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Munro Profile 39: Stob Coire an Laoigh

Region: Fort William to Loch Ericht
Height: 1,110m (3,642 ft).

Stob Coire an Laoigh is a shapely peak in the Grey Corries, often climbed as part of a longer traverse but also rewarding as a standalone ascent. Its summit offers sweeping views across the Nevis range and the wild heart of Lochaber. For campervan travellers, access is remote but manageable, with Spean Bridge and Corriechoillie providing practical entry points.

Trailhead and Parking

Primary Access Point: Corriechoillie Forest Track (near Spean Bridge)

  • Location: Minor road north of Spean Bridge, leading to forest gate
  • Grid Reference: NN251807 for the Corriechoillie trailhead
  • Capacity: Limited roadside parking; suitable for small campervans during the day
  • Facilities: None at the trailhead; nearest services in Spean Bridge
  • Charges: Free
  • Overnight: Not permitted

Alternative Options

  • Spean Bridge: Campsite with full facilities, 10-minute drive from the trailhead
  • Wild parking: Possible in designated laybys along the A86 (check signage and seasonal restrictions)
  • Leanachan Forest: Alternative access for extended Grey Corries traverse

Route Overview

Standard Ascent: Grey Corries Ridge via Coire Choille Farm

  • Distance: Approximately 16 km round trip
  • Elevation Gain: Around 1,150 metres
  • Terrain: Forest tracks, steep grassy slopes, rocky ridges
  • Time Estimate: 7 to 9 hours

Navigation Notes

  • The ridge is exposed and complex; a map, compass, or GPS is essential
  • Often combined with Stob Choire Claurigh and other Grey Corries summits
  • The weather can be fierce; the route is best tackled in settled conditions

The summit of Stob Coire an Laoigh is NN240725

Campervan Suitability

Day Parking

  • Corriechoillie track end allows daytime campervan access
  • Spean Bridge offers overflow options and amenities

Overnight Options

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

Fuel and Supplies

  • Spean Bridge: Fuel station, shop, café
  • Nearest large supermarket: Fort William

Legacy Log

  • Name origin: “Stob Coire an Laoigh” translates to “peak of the corrie of the calf”
  • Summit features: Cairn with views across the Nevis range and the Mamores
  • Known for: Elegant ridgeline, pairing potential, and prominence within the Grey Corries
  • Popular with: Ridge walkers, scramblers, and those seeking a quieter alternative to Ben Nevis

Closing Notes

This is Munro Profile 39 in your campervan-access series. If you’ve climbed Stob Coire an Laoigh, linked it with Claurigh, 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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