Loch Coruisk loop from Elgol — Isle of Skye

Running trails & routes

Loch Coruisk loop from Elgol — Isle of Skye

Hard

runners

Loch Coruisk loop from Elgol — Isle of Skye

03:31

26.7km

330m

Running

Often described as the wildest loch in Britain, Loch Coruisk is a truly adventurous running destination. The Cuillin mountains encircle the glen, creating a spectacular backdrop, and one that can feel somewhat intimidating in bad weather. The position, isolation and geology create some of the most stunning scenery imaginable, almost…

Last updated: June 8, 2024

Tips

Includes segments that are highly dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 9.51 km for 28 m

After 17.2 km for 28 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

Get Directions

5.18 km

Camasunary Bothy

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The new bothy at Camasunary lies on the east side of the bay and sleeps up to fifteen people. There's no fire or stove but the walls are well insulated. …

Tip by

9.50 km

The Bad Step (Loch Coruisk)

Highlight • Trail

The Bad Step is an unavoidable scrambly bit of the path between Camasunary and Loch nan Leachd (for Loch Coruisk). It's not very hard and the rock is grippy, but a mistake would see you sliding into the sea below.

Tip by

10.3 km

Loch Coruisk

Highlight • Lake

A fresh-water, inland loch situated at the foot of the Black Cuillin range.

The poet Lord Tennyson stated,

“Loch Coruisk, said to be the wildest scene in the Highlands, I …

Tip by

26.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.2 km

2.05 km

1.67 km

673 m

636 m

476 m

Surfaces

18.0 km

4.66 km

2.82 km

636 m

502 m

Elevation

Nothing selected – click and drag below to see the stats for a specific part of the route.

Highest point (100 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Tuesday 13 October

15°C

11°C

98 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 52.0 km/h

to get more detailed weather forecasts along your route

Comments

July 19, 2023

Often described as the wildest loch in Britain, Loch Coruisk is a truly adventurous running destination. The Cuillin mountains encircle the glen, creating a spectacular backdrop, and one that can feel somewhat intimidating in bad weather. The position, isolation and geology create some of the most stunning