Is Carn Mor Dearg dangerous?

Which probably attests to no more than that a lot of people climb or walk up this potentially very dangerous mountain for all sorts of different reasons. It is of course absolutely right that the highest point on these islands be a place accessible to as many are up to the task of getting there.

Is the CMD Arete dangerous?

In wet and windy weather, however, it will not be much fun and should probably be avoided. Under winter conditions (which may last well into May) the CMD arete is a serious mountaineering trip, requiring an ice axe and crampons and the skills to use them.

What does Carn Mor mean?

Carn Mor means (if I have got this right) ‘big pile of stones’ it is indeed a very cairn-shaped hill and has at least one cairn on its flanks. This appears to be a popular hill name and is not to be confused with the Carn Mor that is on the Knoydart peninsula.

What is the hardest route up Ben Nevis?

There are two main walking routes up Ben Nevis. The Mountain Track (sometimes called the Tourist Track or the Pony Track) is used by most walkers, whilst the Carn Mor Dearg Arête route presents a more challenging climb for more experienced hikers.

How do you pronounce Carn Mor Dearg?

It lies just to the north-west of its much more famous neighbour, Ben Nevis, to which it is linked by the spectacular Càrn Mòr Dearg Arête….

How do you pronounce Carn Mor?

It is situated in the west of Scotland, close to the town of Fort William, in Lochaber, Highland….

What type of rock can be seen on Carn Mor Dearg?

pink granite
Carn Mor Dearg, as its name suggests, is a red pile of stone (pink granite) with a summit at a shade over 4,000ft. Towering above Carn Mor Dearg is Ben Nevis, its dark northern face dominating views eastwards.