18 Best Multi Munro Bagging Routes In Scotland

Munro bagging slowly becomes an addictive hobby, everyone who has bagged a few will now agree. Munro bagging has become so addictive that now you are looking for one of the best multi Muno bagging routes.

The are 282 Munros in Scotland to bag and it takes the average Munro bagger 4 years to complete a round. As the days begin to stretch out in the Scottish summer, this is the perfect time to start bagging at least a few Munros in one go. 

One good thing about bagging at least a few Munros in one go, there is only one steep ascent to bag a few summits. Once you bag the first one, only a few more minor ascents and descents follow. 

Glen Lyon 4 

The Glen Lyon Murnos are four Munros located on the north side of Glen Lyon, Perthshire. The 4 Perthshire Munros feature round peaks, with excellent views across the Lawers Range, Schiehallion and Loch Rannoch and as far as Glen Coe and the Ben Nevis range. 

Note that this area is one of the least friendly areas to hill walk. There have been issues with parking, taking dogs and walking the Glen Lyon route in the ‘wrong’ direction from the locals. 

Beinn a’ Ghlò

Beinn a’ Ghlò is a series of hills and mountains located near Pitlochry in Perthshire. Càrn Liath is the first Munro to be bagged in this route, it is the smallest and most prominent from the A9 road.

Bràigh Coire Chruinn-bhalgain is the central summit in the Beinn a’ Ghlò and there are lovely views from the summit across Glen Tilt. Càrn nan Gabhar is the most isolated Munro on this route.

West of Drumochter

Drumochter mountain pass is located in remote Perthshire/ Highlands near Dalwhinnie. From the summit of Beinn Udlamain there are fine views across to the Ben Alder range.

Lawers 7 

The Ben Lawers Range is located in Perthshire north of Loch Tay. The Ben Lawers are not in nice places like Aberfeldy, Killin and Pitlochry. 

Seven Munros can be bagged in one go. Ben Lawers is the 10th highest summit in Scotland and it is the highest summit in the Southern Highlands.

Alternatively, the Munros are often bagged in three groups. 

The Ring of Steall

The Ring of Steall involves a horseshoe of a narrow ridge that takes in four Munros in one route. This is a challenge for most of the average Munro baggers, however, for those keen super fit mountain baggers, you can complete a traverse of the Mamores ten Munros. 

The Ring of Steall is not far from Fort William. Also, the route passes one of the largest waterfalls in Scotland.

The Grey Corries

The Grey Corries are a long chain of mountains located on the east side of the Ben Nevis Range. Stob Ban can be ascended to add an additional fourth Munro.

The Grey Corries takes in three Munros. Also, more Munros can be added to the route. 

Strathfarrar Four

Strathfarrar is a beautiful remote estate off the beaten track. Glen Strathfarrar is located in the Highlands of Scotland and the route climbs high above the River Farrar.

Strathfarrar has some of magnificent Caledonian pinewood. At the top of Sgùrr a’ Choire Ghlais, walkers can get great views of Glen Orrin, Strathconon and the Fannichs beyond. 

From the last summit, there are excellent views down to Loch Toll A’Mhuic. On the way back the route follows the course of Allt Toll a’Mhuic and there are views of impressive waterfalls and pleasant birchwoods. 

Glenshee 9 

The Glenshee 9 covers a good chunk of Munro’s in the Cairngorms National Park. The nine Munros are used for the Glenshee 9 Munros Hillrace, there are good paths and tracks to follow. 

The Glenshee 9 can be split into two easier routes. The Cairnwell 3 are located on the west side of the Cairnwell Pass, at the Glen Shee Ski Centre. 

Two of the three Munros are scarred by the ski developments. The starting point for this circuit is over 600 metres above sea level, making these Munros one of the shorter ascents. 

The Glas Maol Munros include four Munros located on the east side of the Cairnwell Pass. For keen baggers, Tolmount and Tom Buide can be added to the route. 

Ben Starav 5 

The first Munro is Ben Starav, as the route begins at sea level at Glen Etive, and the first peak is 1100 metres, this is one long slog to reach the first summit. After the first summit is bagged, the rest of the summits are all over 700 metres 

Beinn Dearg 

Beinn Dearg is a long route of four Munros located near Ullapool. The route has impressive rocky terrain along the way and beautiful views. 

Beinn Dearg is the highest mountain north of the Dirrie Mòr. From the peak of Beinn Dearg, you can see An Teallach, the Torridon peaks in the distance and Loch a’Bhroain.

Eididh nan Clach Geala is the last Munro of the route. On a clear day, there are excellent views across Coigach and Assynt, with Stac Pollaidh prominent. 

White Mounth Munros

The White Mounth Munros are located in Glen Muick in the Cairngorms National Park, Aberdeenshire. The route involves five Munros which include the vast plateau of Lochnagar. 

Lochnagar is a superb viewpoint for Deeside and the Cairngorms massif. Queen Victoria climbed Lochagar and reported having poor views at the summit due to the poor weather.

Just to the north of Càrn an t-Sagairt Mòr, there is a piece of wreckage from the RAF Canberra aircraft which crashed into the hillside in 1956. Fragments can be seen scattered across the mountain. 

Loch Muick becomes into view after bagging the fourth and final Munro of the day. 

Mullardoch Munros

The Mulladorach Munros includes four Munros on the north side of Loch Mullardoch. Sgùrr na Lapaich is the second peak to be bagged on this route and it is the highest of the remote range of mountains on the north side of Loch Mulladoch.

For uber-fit and experienced Munro baggers, all 12 Munros in the Loch Mulladaroch region can be completed in one long and varied route. This route will take 2 days to complete.

Fisherfield 

The Fisherfield Round includes five Munros and one Corbett. The walk is an extremely long day and includes an overnight stay in Shenavall Bothy.

This is one of the most remote walks in Scotland and the Fisherfield Forest is also known as the Great Wilderness. The route involves many peaks and ridges, with epic views from the summits.

The Fisherfield Forest is located north of Loch Maree, east of Poolewe and the nearest town is Ullapool. 

Crianlarich Munros

The Crianlarich Munros are located in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Ben More and Stob Binnein are the two highest mountains in the Southern Highlands. 

The other neighbouring five peaks make an excellent long high-level walking route. In addition, the Munros can be bagged in smaller routes over three separate journeys. 

Kintail’s Brothers and Sisters

The Five Sisters of Kintail has three Munros and two Corbetts  The route features a fab ridge walk in stunning surroundings. 

The Kintails Brothers and Sisters includes completing the entire ridge along the north side of Glen Shiel – Ciste Dubh and the so-called Brothers and Sisters – making for seven Munros in all. 

Fannichs

The Fannich Munros are a chain of 9 Munros located high above Loch Fannich, in the north-west Highlands. The Fannichs are a special area of conservation.

South Glen Shiel Ridge

The South Glen Shiel Ridge involves seven Munros stretched out along 13 kilometres in a long chain. There is nowhere else in the Highlands where a number of peaks can be climbed with minimal descents in between each of the summits.

Good navigation skills and fitness is required as this is a long day. The starting point is not far from Cluanie Inn, on the A87 between Fort Augustus and Shiel Bridge in the Highlands. 

On the ascent, great views open out over Loch Cluanie and Loch Loyne. Aonach Air Chrith is the third summit on the route and the highest summit on the whole ridge.

There is one peak, Sgùrr  Beag which is not a Munro and stands at 729 metres. The end point is nine kilometres away from the start point, therefore, it would be ideal to take two cars. 

Final Note

Almost 100 Munros out of the 282 Munros in Scotland can be bagged as a multi-Munro route. Munro bagging is an addictive hobby that many Scots take on each year. 

The average time it takes to complete a round of Munros is 4 years. Some people take decades to complete the challenge. 

For wild camping in Scotland, please follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. Always make sure you are prepared for a hike in Scotland. 

The weather in Scotland can change dramatically, often you can experience four seasons in one day. Make sure to check the weather forecast before you head out. 

Pack plenty of fluids, being lots of snacks, and wear comfortable footwear. In addition, it is important to wear comfortable clothing, bring bug spray, plenty of layers and bring sunscreen.