Blog & Guides
Guides, tips, and stories from Scotland's 282 Munros.
Scotland's Munros span everything from the gentle green slopes of Ben Chonzie to the jagged ridges of the Cuillin. Whether you're planning your first Munro or chasing down the last few, these guides cover the routes, conditions, and knowledge you need. Browse seasonal guides for the best times to visit each region, deep-dives into Scotland's remotest landscapes — Knoydart, Fisherfield, Torridon — practical skills for navigation, river crossings, and winter travel, and honest advice on kit, fitness, and getting to the trailhead without a car. New guides added regularly.
June 2026
How to Track Your Munros: Log Book, Spreadsheet or App?
Tick list in a battered book, colour-coded spreadsheet, or a Munro tracker app? An honest look at every way to record your round — and what each gets right.
GuideJune 2026
Munro Maps Explained: OS Paper, Online and Offline Options
OS Explorer or Landranger? Online map or offline app? What every Munro bagger should know about maps — and why you should always carry two kinds.
GuideJune 2026
How to Check Munro Weather Before You Climb
Valley forecasts lie. How to read MWIS, Met Office mountain forecasts and summit-specific predictions — and the numbers that should change your plans.
GuideJune 2026
Offline Maps for Munro Bagging: Why Signal Dies and What to Do About It
Large parts of the Highlands have no phone signal at all. How offline maps work, where coverage disappears, and how to set your phone up before you leave home.
GuideJune 2026
From First Munro to Compleation: How to Record Your Round
What counts as climbing a Munro, how to keep a record the SMC will recognise, and why compleatists spell it with an "a".
GuideMarch 2026
The Most Scenic Munro Approaches: When the Journey Is the Reward
Some Munro walk-ins are so beautiful they could be the destination in their own right. These are the approaches where the journey truly is the reward.
GuideMarch 2026
Munro Bagging With Kids: Family Hillwalking Guide for Scotland
From toddlers in carriers to teenagers racing ahead, here is how to share Scotland's Munros with your children — and build a lifelong love of the hills.
GuideMarch 2026
Mountain First Aid Essentials: What Every Hillwalker Needs to Know
Standard first aid courses don't cover hypothermia on a windswept ridge or treating a sprained ankle three hours from the nearest road. Here's what you actually need to know.
GuideMarch 2026
The Best Multi-Day Munro Routes: Backpacking Trips Through Scotland's Finest Mountains
Day walks are brilliant, but nothing compares to the freedom of stringing Munros together over multiple days with everything you need on your back.
GuideMarch 2026
Munro Bagging by Region: Torridon & Fisherfield
Torridon and Fisherfield represent Scottish mountain scenery at its most dramatic and remote. From the sandstone fortresses of the Torridon trio to the lonely Munros of the Great Wilderness, this is hillwalking at its finest.
GuideMarch 2026
The Psychology of Munro Bagging: Staying Motivated for the Long Game
Munro bagging is a years-long obsession that will test your motivation, your patience, and your sense of self. Here is what the journey really looks like — and why the middle is harder than the end.
NewMarch 2026
River Crossings on Scottish Mountains: How to Stay Safe in Spate
Scottish rivers can turn a straightforward Munro day into a serious situation. From reading the water to knowing when to turn back, here is everything you need to know about river crossings in the hills.
GuideMarch 2026
Munro Bagging by Region: Knoydart & the Remote West
No roads, no phone signal, no easy way out. Knoydart and the remote western Highlands offer the most adventurous Munro bagging in Scotland — if you are willing to earn it.
GuideMarch 2026
Scotland's Best Bothies for Munro Baggers
From remote Shenavall beneath An Teallach to Culra at the heart of the Ben Alder hills, these are the bothies that unlock Scotland's wildest Munros — and the etiquette that keeps them open for everyone.
GuideMarch 2026
Training and Fitness for Munro Bagging: How to Get Hill-Ready
Gym fitness and hill fitness are different things. Here's how to train specifically for Munro bagging — building the endurance, leg strength, and resilience that long mountain days demand.
GuideMarch 2026
Munro Bagging Etiquette: The Unwritten Rules of the Scottish Hills
From greeting fellow walkers to respecting deer stalking season, these are the unwritten rules every Munro bagger should know before heading for the hills.
GuideMarch 2026
Munro Bagging by Region: The Southern Highlands
The Southern Highlands are where most Munro bagging careers begin. Easily reached from the Central Belt, these mountains offer everything from gentle grassy summits to steep rocky ridges.
GuideMarch 2026
Best Munro Ridge Walks: Scotland's Finest Traverses and Scrambles
From the exposed pinnacles of Liathach to the knife-edge of the Aonach Eagach, these are the Munro ridge walks that every hillwalker dreams of.
GuideMarch 2026
Winter Munro Bagging Guide: What Changes Above the Snow Line
Winter transforms Scotland's Munros into serious alpine terrain. Here's everything you need to know about ice axes, crampons, avalanche awareness, and planning around short daylight hours.
GuideMarch 2026
Solo Munro Bagging Safety: A Complete Guide for Hillwalkers
Going solo on the Scottish hills is one of hillwalking's great pleasures — but it demands honest self-assessment and careful planning. Here's how to do it right.
GuideFebruary 2026
Best Munros for Beginners: 10 Mountains Every New Bagger Should Start With
Starting your Munro journey? These ten peaks offer the perfect mix of achievable challenge, stunning scenery, and well-marked paths.
GuideFebruary 2026
The Complete Munro Bagging Packing List: What to Carry on Every Hill
Everything you need in your rucksack for a day on the Scottish hills — from navigation essentials to the snacks that keep you going.
GuideFebruary 2026
Understanding Scottish Mountain Weather: A Hillwalker's Guide
Scotland's mountain weather is notoriously unpredictable. Learn to read forecasts, understand wind chill, and know when to turn back.
GuideFebruary 2026
Munro Bagging by Region: The Cairngorms
The Cairngorms hold Scotland's highest and most Arctic mountains. Here's everything you need to know about bagging them.
GuideFebruary 2026
Munro Bagging by Region: Glen Coe & Ben Nevis
Glen Coe and Ben Nevis offer Scotland's most dramatic mountain scenery. From the tourist path to serious scrambles.
GuideFebruary 2026
Munro Bagging by Region: The Northwest Highlands
Remote, wild, and breathtakingly beautiful. The Northwest Highlands are where Munro bagging becomes a wilderness adventure.
GuideFebruary 2026
Scottish Mountain Bogs: What Every Hillwalker Needs to Know
Scotland's notorious bogs can turn a pleasant walk into a knee-deep nightmare. Here's how to read the bog factor and keep your feet drier.
GuideFebruary 2026
A History of Munro Bagging: From Sir Hugh to Modern Adventurers
How a Victorian mountaineer's list became Scotland's greatest outdoor obsession — and why it still matters today.
NewJanuary 2026
Best Munros for Stunning Photography: 8 Peaks Every Photographer Should Visit
From dramatic ridgelines to mirror-still lochs, these Munros deliver the most spectacular photography in Scotland.
GuideJanuary 2026
Wild Camping on Scotland's Munros: A Practical Guide
Everything you need to know about wild camping in the Scottish hills — from legal rights to the best pitches.
GuideJanuary 2026
Munro Bagging with Dogs: Routes, Rules & Safety
Your dog wants to bag Munros too. Here's how to do it safely, which routes suit four-legged companions, and what the rules say.
GuideJanuary 2026
The Hardest Munros in Scotland: 8 Peaks That Test Every Bagger
These eight Munros are the ones that experienced baggers leave until last — technical scrambles, remote approaches, and serious navigation.
GuideJanuary 2026
When to Climb Munros: Scotland's Complete Seasonal Guide
Timing is everything in Scottish hillwalking. Here's when to visit each region for the best conditions and experience.
GuideJanuary 2026
Munro Bagging on a Budget: How to Bag Peaks Without Breaking the Bank
Munro bagging is one of the most affordable outdoor hobbies. Here's how to keep costs down without compromising on safety or experience.
GuideJanuary 2026
Navigation Skills for Scottish Mountains: Beyond the Phone
GPS apps are great until they aren't. Every Munro bagger needs these fundamental navigation skills for when the cloud comes down.
GuideMarch 2026
Spring Munro Bagging Planner: Routes, Weather, and Gear for April–May
Daylight is back, snow lingers high up, and the midges aren’t out yet. Here’s how to pick the right Munros for spring and stay safe in shoulder-season conditions.
GuideMarch 2026
Munro Weekends from Edinburgh: Three No-Car Itineraries
Train + bus friendly Munro weekends you can do from Edinburgh without hiring a car.
Trip PlanningMay 2026
Best Munro Bagging Apps in 2026: iPhone and Android
Which Munro bagging app is right for you? We compare the best options for tracking your summits, planning routes, and staying safe in the Scottish mountains.
GuideMay 2026
How to Track Your Munro Progress: The Complete Guide
From paper lists to dedicated apps, here is everything you need to know about tracking your Munro progress and staying motivated across all 282 summits.
GuideMay 2026
Munro Bagging App: What Features Do You Actually Need?
Not all Munro app features are equally useful in the mountains. Here is what actually matters when choosing a Munro bagging app — and what to ignore.
Guide