Creag a’ Chalamain and Castle Hill: 5th April

After getting my new sticks we headed up to Loch Morlich to start our walk. the days was dry and not quiet as windy as it had been. Firstly we went through forest tracks and watched a toad crossing the road – lovely! Then we headed through the ancient woodland up the glen towards Lairig Ghur – this was not a track that could be cycled. We turned left and headed up the steep side of the mountain to cut a corner and pick up a small path which led to a stony top – we found a great hidey hole to shelter from the wind and have a coffee. It was nice to see the big mountain around us. the next top was a much more rounded affair. We then headed down into the forest to make our way by very circular route.

The summit of Creag a’ Chalamain with  Braeriach behind

The summit of Creag a’ Chalamain. Braeriach in the middle and Sgoran Dubh Mor in the distance

Castle Hill with Loch Morlich and Craiggowie behind

Castle Hill with Meall a’Bhuachaille, Creagan Gorm and Craiggowie behind

The summit of Castle Hill with the Ski Centre behind