Routes » Mountain » Ben Nevis via Mountain Track
Ben Nevis via Mountain Track
Lochaber, UK
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Grade | Hike |
| Distance | 17 km |
| Typical days | 1 |
| Ascent | 1350 m |
| High point | 1345 m |
| Terrain | trail, rocky |
| Best seasons | summer |
The UK's highest summit by the main tourist path. Snow can linger near the top into June.
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What to pack for Ben Nevis via Mountain Track
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| Kit | Priority | Trip requirement | Suitable shop option |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backpack | essential | Day pack for food, water and layers · 20L or more | Hyperlite Southwest 55 |
| Boots / shoes | essential | Supportive footwear for the terrain | La Sportiva Nepal Cube GTX |
| Waterproof jacket | essential | Weather can turn on any hill | Arc'teryx Beta AR |
| Insulated jacket | essential | Warm layer for breaks | Rab Neutrino Pro |
| Navigation / comms | essential | Map, compass or GPS for route finding | Suunto MC-2 Compass |
| First aid kit | essential | Basic emergency care | Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight/Watertight .7 |
| Head torch | essential | Early starts and late finishes | Petzl Actik Core |
| Sun protection | recommended | Sun exposure | Julbo Explorer 2.0 Cat 4 |
| Base layer | recommended | Wicking layer | Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino Crew |
| Trekking poles | recommended | Long days and big descents | Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z |
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