It’s very airy to sleep in though, you feel like you’re outdoors which is really nice, especially if you keep the beak open. I dumped the pack and scouted out a dry and flatish bit of ground, on a mound between the shore and the copse of pine. If the bothy is full then there is good camping ground either outside it or in the wood across the river. In order to protect some of our most cherished lochshores, byelaws covering camping and firelighting are in place in certain areas from March to September. Another confusing lochan. Well worth reading. The previous late night and day’s exertions saw me falling asleep without even putting my iPod on. Would be amazing on a clear moonlit night I reckon! Balloch As I climbed it became apparent that there would be no view from the summit of Stuchd an Lochain. In fact I didn’t even know it was a munro until I passed an access noticeboard down at the dam at the end of Loch an Daimh. An excellent series of photos, and good to see that the weather got better and better for you. I honestly can’t wait to get them out in the wilds can’t believe how great they feel on my feet Well worth the money. A clear 4×4 track from Ullapool can be followed to reach this bothy, which is marked on the Beinn Dearg & Loch Broom OS Map. I didn’t manage to reach escape velocity until nearer 11am, due to pissing about trying to get fuel and assorted roadworks and traffic lights taking the piss. But it was so distant you couldn’t see any roads of structures really, really felt remote! I woke at 5.15am with a nice breeze, just enough to keep the midges down. One other slight issue is due to being raised that extra inch or two from the ground, there is less clearance between the foot of the sleeping bag and the Contrail. You need to pitch with the rear into the wind, if it changes to be transverse, you might have problems as their are no guys, only peg elastic on the sides. As I climbed the steeper sections to the summit with the mist swirling below, I got a bit of vertigo, but I knew it was all in my head, so rationalised it and pressed on. I was packed and on my way by 7:45am , the day was perfect, with blue skies and bright sunshine, as I wondered up the … Loch an Fhionn Loch an Leathiad Bhuain, dark and mysterious. We go further afield for longer trips but they usually end up as car camping with the OH. Coffee and porridge were consumed watching mist drift over Loch Lyon and by 8am I was packed and away for a long day heading along the north side of Loch an Daimh. Your photos put me right there. I headed for the steep slopes of Meall Cruinn picked a slow but direct route up through the heather. [not pictured]. The Contrail is tempting because of the weight, speed of pitching and then I just like tents anyway…. To my surprise a second check of the compass in the midst of the peat revealed I was still right on target. 01389 722600, We use cookies. Looking down on the campsite and head of Loch An Daimh. Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park Authority While you do not need a permit to wild camp anywhere in the National Park until then, please camp responsibly and in accordance with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. Name: Loch Glascarnoch, Highland Place type: Inland Water Location: Grid Ref: NH 3142 7266 • X/Y co-ords: 231426, 872666 • Lat/Long: 57.71210098,-4.83133699 Organised groups such as Duke of Edinburgh, Scouts, and youth organisations, who wish to camp in a Camping Management Zone can apply online for permission. There’s room for improvement, but not without significant outlay. Great report Fraser and always the photographs are excellent. Read up on. I do have other tents and I suppose next time I’m out camping I could leave the porch of my Lightwave open and see how it feels like! Thanks for the info in any case. The seasonal Camping Management Byelaws have now finished until 1 st March 2020. Climbing up out of the peat, I followed an indistinct quad bike track and eventually picked up the line of cairns as promised by the 25k map, the final climb to Meall Buidhe was punctuated by regular breathers and intake of views. The broad ridge swung back toward the loch, covered in mica glittering in the sun. I passed two hill runners coming the other way. We started from the Giorra Dam east of Loch An Daimh. I've now made three attempts at doing this route. The conditions were looking promising, with some cloud clinging to the higher tops but a weak sun already starting to find its way through chinks in the cloud. By the way, what do you use to make the trail map? Loch an Daimh and the Wannigan of Doom Part 2 Having seen a flat grass area towering above us as we passed the second promontory, we decided to retreat and seek a campsite there. Fishing For fishing permit and contact information for Rivers and Lochs in Rannoch and Tummel you can use this link Loch Rannoch Conservation Association And/or Download Fishing and Camping information Leaflet for rivers and lochs in Rannoch and Tummel or Fishing in The Loch Rannoch Area 2020 and further information is HERE. Or possibly the same one, don’t ask me. The hills of Breadalbane to the south. The two large, communal rooms both boast fireplaces. ... From here you can carry on over the hill to Loch an Daimh where you could be met by a friend with a car. I picked a route up the steep loose slopes of Coire Ban, stopping often to let my lungs catch up. Once you cross the river and climb up towards Loch an Daimh, the worst is over. The loch came into view, and further down the path became steeper and rockier. I pitched up and went for a wander with the camera. Stuchd an Lochain and Meall Buidhe are two Munro hills that overlook Loch an Daimh in a remote corner of Perthshire. Currently reading about wormholes and superluminal travel which is frying my noggin as usual. From £7 per day for trout (£3 under 16s) – Boat hire 4hrs £21, 6hrs £26, 8hrs £31. I will have to get back up there pretty soon to get on top of Meall Buidhe for the views over Rannoch. Much neater than putting stripes on the tent floor. Cnoc an Daimh is a mountain summit in the Cape Wrath to Loch Shin region in the county of Highland, Scotland. It’s is indeed, some good options for getting up high and staying there for a while if that’s what you fancy…. It doesn’t sound too good though… The route can be boggy in parts and is often combined with Stuchd an Lochain on the other side of the dam to make a full day. I’ve now made three attempts at doing this route. The sun wasn’t … Loch an Fhionn Loch an Leathiad Bhuain, dark and mysterious. Nice vest too! You say it’s, ahem, well-ventilated. I sat for a while had some food and took in the view. The seasonal Camping Management Byelaws have now finished until 1st March 2020. Great report Fraser, you must be spoilt for choice over there in Scotland. Pack weight including food and camera equipment was about 7.4kg. Loch Ailsh is seriously pretty. Carn an Daimh Bhain is a mountain summit in the Loch Alsh to the Black Isle region in the county of Highland, Scotland. Looks like he had nice weather, it’s interesting to read his comments, sounds like he was thinking the same things I was at each stage too, except he took the McNeish route! Couldn’t believe the amount of dead animals about there be it sheep or deer. I’d first read about this route in Cameron McNeish’s ‘The Munros’, where he suggests this route rather than doing Stuchd An Lochain [960m] and Meall Buidhe [932m] individually. The second time, I ignored the forecast and drove up to find crazy winds in the car park at 400m, I didn’t fancy finding out what the situation was on the summits. Funnily enough just bought my 1st pair of trail shoes. I'm an experienced wild camper (not the vanlife sort), and have an opportunity to wild camp on Mull this weekend (unless new restrictions are introduced this week!). Really enjoyed reading it. The Contrail: I’ve never reviewed it. Still well worth a visit regardless. The PHD Minimus Vest was great over a windshirt, one or twice when the wind got up I fantasised about the hood and sleeves on my Rab Infinity, but I wasn’t cold. Moreover, I do summit camping at Munro level and I’m still not sure how good the Contrail is in a stiff breeze. You can book up to 2 weeks in advance (summer 2020). Phone us: It’s ok, UI is a bit frustrating at times though. Day 10: Whether you take the route over the moor or on the road via Ullapool, the route alternatives converge at Loch an Daimh before a long track section through to Oykel Bridge. A late night on Saturday had ensured a late start, last minute packing and map printing, saw me leaving the house at 10:00am. First time, I turned up in stalking season and decided I didn’t like the idea of getting shot by a toff with a rifle. Looking forward to reading your next trip. To add your own marker to the map, click on the appropriate symbol below the map, then click again at the location required on the map (using the crosshairs). That should stop it sliding about. It’s a good halfway compromise between tent and tarp, but importantly has bug protection. A confusing lochan… Loch an Daimh perfectly funnels any north-westerly breeze. Time for some new trail shoes, they’ve done alright, bought mid-2008. glen lyon, loch an daimh, meall buidhe, overnighter, perthshire, stuchd an lochain. The Contrail: I’ve fancied this shelter for years and never really made the plunge. Fortunately I didn’t have the smell as it was just the start of the warm weather. Still, both times weren’t a total loss, the drive up/down Glen Lyon itself is worth the fuel money. For walkers there are many Munros, Corbetts and low level options while anglers can enjoy river and loch trout fishing. Skin out was just under 10kg. You will need a permit for. On the POE, get some McNet silicone sealant and put some thin stripes on the underside of the mat. I was reminded how lucky I am to stay so close to these hills. I’ve done a route through Glen Achall above Ullapool up to Loch an Daimh, then the contour on a path at the western end of the Loch to the Strath Mulzie track. A Round of Loch an Daimh Mar 03 2013 posted in The Southeast Highlands The Fairy Glen and Upper Gairn Feb 17 2013 posted in The Cairngorms 2012 The Dubh-Ghleann Circuit Oct 21 2012 posted in The Cairngorms 2011 Loch Avon Overnighter - The Gear Top class photos and hills. Containing one deer carcass. Back at the tent a whipped up some culinary delights with my battered Caldera Clone. Snow transforms these hills and vast views are to be had from their summits. Or possibly the same one, don’t ask me. Pity it can’t be guyed out at all, it’s look such a great design otherwise. You can arrive from 1pm and must depart by 11am on the day you are leaving. We were here 18 months ago, when we climbed Meall Bhidhe on the north side of the loch - it had been high summer then, green and pleasant. Cross the Rhidorroch River by the bridge at the Lodge and follow the path E towards Loch na Daimh till a path is picked up running N between Loch an Eilean and Clar Lochan. For more detailed information about the cookies we use, please see our cookies page. Another confusing lochan. Stuchd an Lochain (pronounced:stooch an lochan) is located east of Bridge of Balgie, to the south of the Loch an Daimh reservoir, within the long meandering Glen Lyon in Scotland. You may be forgiven for calling an early halt to the day and stopping at the bothy at Knockdamph (NH 286 954). There was a clear blue sky, and some cloud inversion in the valley. And from there, with great views down over Loch an Daimh, it was an easy decision to carry on along the tops to take in another munro, Stuc an Lochain. You’ll find permit areas within the camping management zones. Should I avoid Mull for wild camping this weekend? Carrochan Road Lovely photos and a great read Fraser! Warning…..you may want to visit them all! Back home for 5pm, a shower, homemade pizza and a bottle of Arran Blond to round off the day. Dive] was in order. I will know more tomorrow. In 2019, Adventurer Nic climbed all 282 Munro Mountains in 6 months over 95 outings and below is her index of Munro routes. Find out more in our Advice for Visitors. A camping permit allows you to camp anywhere within your chosen permit area – you are not allocated a specific space. The new POE Peak Elite AC, courtesy of Phil was great, and much less bulky than the Alpkit self-inflating mat it replaces. 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