Our Mountain Crag Climbing Experiences
If you are here, looking at this page, then you are probably already aware of an undeniable fact: Scotland is home to the finest complete rock climbing experiences in the UK.
Mountains that rise directly from the sea, upon which climbing routes trace lines up some of the most ancient rock on the planet.
The longest rock climb in the UK? The hardest rock climb in the UK? The most remote rock climb in the UK? All here.
And where else in the British Isles can you be sure of not simply being the only person on a crag, but the only person on an entire mountain!
EverydayClimbing exists to celebrate and share the wealth and variety that not only the Scottish rock has to offer, but also the magnificent and awe-inspiring scenery, the sense of history, the wide open spaces, the clean fresh air and the possibility of solitude.
We guide on practically all of the most iconic and classic Scottish rock climbing routes, from the easy and accessible; to the extremely hard and the extremely remote. Below, you’ll find details all of our most popular trips and experiences, all of which seek out only the finest, 'must do', 3* routes.
You will also find details of our signature, short climbing expeditions in the Scottish wilderness.
Marked with an *, these truly special, multi-day trips take us deep into remote corries and to distant cliff faces. They are the ultimate, immersive climbing experience and we invite you to join us in the adventure.
EverydayClimbing offers guiding services from the best rock climbing in Cairngorms national park to the far North-West Highlands. So whatever your objective, we can support you. If the standard options below don't quite suit what you are looking for, please contact us to discuss a personalised, tailored experience.
Prices quoted are for one day experiences except where specified. We offer increasingly generous discounts for multi-day bookings, so the more you climb, the cheaper it gets! Please contact us for more information.
For information on how we grade our rock climbing experiences, please see our Grades Explained Page.
Fort William Rock Climbing Experiences
THE NORTH FACE
Ben Nevis
Granite
1 Day | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £105pp
A Scottish rock climbing pilgrimage.
The North face of Ben Nevis is perhaps the most famous cliff in Scotland. Alpine in length and character, it holds many classic and sought after lines.
Route options include:
Observatory Ridge
420m VD
Raeburns Arete
230 S 4a
Centurion
190m HVS 5a
Typical approach length
12km Demanding
POLLDUBH CRAGS
Glen Nevis
Mica Schist
1 Day | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £105pp
Short approach times, South facing crags, a spectacular waterfall and high quality schist, all located in a splendid, tree lined glen placed at the foot of the highest mountain in the country. Whats not to like?
Route options include:
Secretaries Direct
80m S 4a
Phantom Slab
60m VS 4c
Storm
85m HVS 5a
Typical approach length
4km Energetic
Dalwhinnie Rock Climbing Experiences
BINNEIN SHUAS
Loch Laggan
Pegmatite/Mica Schist
1 Day | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £105pp
A fine cliff in a superb mountain setting, with relatively easy assess. The unusual, mixed rock types creates an interesting climbing style and the rock architecture is simply astounding.
Route options include:
Adverikie Wall
180m HS 4b
Kubla Khan
110m HS 4b
Blaeberry Groves
70m VS 4c
Typical approach length
12km Demanding
SENTINAL ROCK
Dirc Mor
Mica Schist
1 Day | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £105pp
This 100m high, barrel shaped buttress guards the entrance to an impressive 1.5km meltwater ravine. Made of the highest quality micro granite, this is a must visit crag for those operating at the grade.
Route options include:
Holy Smoke
75m VS 4c
Positive Earth
80m E1 5c
Working Class Hero
85m E2 5c
Typical approach length
12km Demanding
CREAG DUBH
Newtonmore
Mica Schist
1 Day | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £105pp
The largest and finest roadside crag in Scotland offers up routes of 100m on its notoriously bold walls. Quick access and abseil descents means a lot of routes can be completed here in a single day.
Route options include:
Tree Hee
70m S 4a
King Bee
115m VS 5a
Inbred
55m HVS 5a
Typical approach length
Roadside
Aviemore Rock Climbing Experiences
THE NOTHERN CORRIES
The Cairngorms
Granite
1 Day | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £105pp
The Northern Corries, traditionally the reserve of the winter climber, also offer some exception summer lines, the three below being of classic status. There are few better places to be in summer when sun floods the corrie.
Route options include:
Savage Slit
80m VD
Fallout Corner
95m HS 4b
The Magic Crack
100m HVS 5a
Typical approach length
5km Energetic
HELLS LUM
Loch Avon Basin
Granite
1 Day | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £105pp
Hells Lum is an extensive, smooth, clean crag lying between two streams and looking East across Loch Avon.
The crag has some excellent middle grade routes weaving up its slabs with great views of the Basin.
Route options include:
Deepcut Chimney
150m VD
Auld Nick
160m S 4a
The Clean Sweep
185m VS 4c
Typical approach length
8km Challenging
SHELTER STONE CRAG
Loch Avon Basin
Granite
1 Day | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £105pp
The elegant bastion of Shelter Stone Crag demands immediate attention, standing at the head of Loch Avon. And with good reason, the rock routes this crag are every bit as good as they look.
Route options include:
Postern
250m HS 4c
The Needle
260m E1 5b
Steeple
250m E2 5c
Typical approach length
10km Challenging
Braemar Rock Climbing Experiences
COIRE SPUTAN DEARG*
Ben Macdui
Granite
2 Days | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £200pp
Sputans slabby routes and good holds offer the opportunity for beginners to experience the charm of this remote South facing corrie. Located high on Ben Macdui, this crag is best savoured over two days.
Route options include:
Snake Ridge
130m S 4a
Grey Slab
115m HS 4b
Amethyst Pillar
100m HVS 5b
Typical approach length
28km Formidable
GARBH CHOIRE*
Beinn a'Bhuird
Granite
2 Days | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £200pp
High quality rock climbing, on obvious, appealing lines, in perfect seclusion are what make visiting this remote crag one of our trademark and favourite experiences.
Not to be missed.
Route options include:
Squareface
90m VD
Cumming-Crofton Route
165m S 4a
Mitre Ridge
220m HS 4b
Typical approach length
30km Formidable
Ballater Rock Climbing Experiences
CREAG AN DUBH-LOCH*
Eastern Cairngorms
Granite
2 Days | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £200pp
This enormous precipice, generally considered Britains finest mountain crag, is over 1km long and more than 300m high. Offering astounding, long routes in the higher grades it has a lot to offer the experienced climber.
Route options include:
Mamba
335m VS 4c
Cyclops
290m HVS 5a
A Likely Story
75m HVS 5a
Typical approach length
16km Demanding
LOCHNAGAR*
Eastern Cairngorms
Granite
2 Days | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £200pp
Giving a true mountain crag experience, this 250m high cliff offers fine ridge routes through its rambling buttresses on immaculate Cairngorm granite. A long approach ensures solitude and satisfaction.
Route options include:
Eagle Ridge
250m HS 4b
Pinnacle Groves
70m VS 5a
The Nihilist
45m E1 5b
Typical approach length
18km Demanding
Wester Ross Rock Climbing Experiences
A' CHOICH
Applecross
Torridonian Sandstone
1 Day | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £105pp
Superlative routes on spectacular rock in a stunning situation.
We really cannot overemphasise just how good a day on A'Chioch can be. Friendly grades make this a stellar introduction to rock climbing.
Route options include:
Cioch Nose
140m VD
Cioch Continuation
500m VD
Parting
105m HS 4b
Typical approach length
5km Energetic
BEINN EIGHE
Torridon
Torridonian Sandstone/ Quartzite
1 Day | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £105pp
The showpiece of Beinn Eighe is the famous triple buttress. On the 3 broad faces of this crag are potentially the finest situated mountain crags anywhere. Well worth the demanding approach hike.
Route options include:
PC Buttress
250m VD
Hamiltons Route
270m S 4a
Nisbets Route
280m VS 4c
Typical approach length
15km Demanding
STAC POLLAIDH
Ullapool
Torridonian Sandstone
1 Day | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £105pp
This superb mountain in miniature offers classic routes with unparalleled views on rough, pebbly sandstone. A great range of grades makes this a great option for everyone, regardless of experience.
Route options include:
West Buttress
90m VD
November Grooves
100m VS 4c
Jack The Ripper
70m E1 5b
Typical approach length
4km Energetic
The Sea Stacks
THE OLD MAN OF HOY
Orkney
Torridonian Sandstone
1 Day | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £200pp
This popular sea stack is a Scottish rock climbing pilgrimage.
At 137m, it is the highest of any sea stack and the surrounding headland in inspiring. The Old Man Of Hoy is a classic climbing experience.
Typical approach length
9km Challenging
Route options include:
Original Route
135m E1 5b
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THE OLD MAN OF STOER
Assynt
Torridonian Sandstone/ Quartzite
1 Day | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £200pp
The Old Man of Stoer is often overlooked by its higher brother, but this quality sea stack is a much more achievable objective. Easy access and a welcoming grade should put this high on your list.
Typical approach length
7km Challenging
Route options include:
Original Route
70m VS 5a
Diamond Face Route
60m E1 5b
AM BUACHAILLE
Sutherland
Torridonian Sandstone
1 Day | Max Ratio 1:2 | From £200pp
The Shepherd might be the smallest of the big three, but what it lacks in height, it makes up for in adventure. A mandatory swim is needed to access this stack and climbing fast to race the tide ensures excitement!
Typical approach length
14km Demanding
Route options include:
Original Route
65m HVS 4c
Atlantic Wall
50m E1 5b