The Ring Of Steall, The Mamores

[@budvarone]

Stunning views! Thanks for posting!

[@davidseddon8068]

As a student in the 1970s, the Mamores were the first Scottish hills I really got to know, mostly in winter and staying at Steall. A great video and thank you!

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi David, What a place to start your introduction to the Scottish hills... superb. I've stayed at Steall quite a few time through the 80's & 90's when we would have weekend club meets. The glen was quite quiet in these days which isn't the case now with many walking in to view the waterfall. Cheers, Charlie.

[@eddiegeorge6114]

Lovely walking and climbing route,with fantastic views. You obviously chose a good day for your outing,the weather looked idyllic. Thanks for posting!

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Eddie, Yes, we had this route in mind for a wee while and the weather day finally arrived. It would have been a shame to miss the views from this classic are, just terrific. Many thanks for watching. Cheers.

[@DickusCopernicus]

Tried this ring twice in different winters from Steall Bothy, both times got blown back with horizontal snow. One time protecting frightened freshers, second time unable to progress far on hands and knees.

[@doughobbs7706]

Did this over the Easter holidays - its a brilliant day out

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Doug, I’m not surprised you enjoyed your walk as there is a nice contrast of tops and some spectacular views. Many thanks for watching. Cheers, Charlie

[@tommycampbell8411]

Absolutely stunning video.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Tommy, Glad you enjoyed our outing into The Mamores on this super day. It doesn’t get much better than this 👍. Cheers, Charlie

[@tommycampbell8411]

@@charliemccartney7055 Probably the best videos of the Highlands I have see. Kudos to both you and Mike.

[@charliemccartney7055]

@@tommycampbell8411 Tommy, Many thanks…. Cheers, Charlie

[@PAADVENTURES1]

thoroughly enjoyed this as one of my first really big days Charlie. nice to sit on the couch and enjoy it while being able to recognise all the bits! we did it the other direction though cheers again and thanks for sharing a fantastic wee day out! Paul

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Paul, The Mamores take a bit of beating when the weather is like this. I can remember my first visit as if it was yesterday when we had a club weekend at Steall hut and I got around them all. Happy days… Cheers, Charlie

[@martinhommel9967]

These hills are my favourite place in the world. Thanks for sharing

[@tomgreene1843]

A fine walk ...well done and thankfully no mad music!

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Tom, Glad you enjoyed our Glen Nevis visit which was superb. Many thanks for watching. Cheers, Charlie

[@brianst8]

Nice video Charlie I'll need to get these on my list. Got out on the east side drumochter munros yesterday got great weather for it

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Brian, Yesterday looked a cracking day for enjoying the tops. It’s just great when the weather plays the game. Cheers, Charlie

[@johnarmstrong4015]

this was my first real winter Munros, many many years ago. My experience friend lead me around and after that, the hills took on a different view for me. many thanks for sharing.ATB

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi John, The Mamores are a completely different challenge when in winter condition. A great alpine experience but not to be taken lightly. I bet you had a day to remember…. just superb. Cheers, Charlie

[@christinebella5706]

Perfect conditions 🥰

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Christine, You just can’t fail in Glen Nevis when the weather is so good. Many thanks for watching. Cheers, Charlie

[@geoffchadwick8085]

Great memories of this route Charlie but we did clockwise and over the wire bridge. Great videos, and an Inspiration to carry on with the Munros. Thank-you.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Geoff, Glad you enjoyed a memory blast from our video. We had a terrific day wondering around the tops. Cheers, Charlie.

[@alistairthow1384]

Hopefully Bidean and surrounding tops this Monday for a group us. But this has got to happen very soon aswell. What a cracking trek lads.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Alistair, This weather window should stretch to Monday no problem. Have a great day and I guess Glencoe will be very busy. Cheers, Charlie

[@jeg569]

Thanks for sharing your day, stunning weather and great views.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hello, Many thanks for taking the time to view our latest outing. Cheers, Charlie.

[@vermeerofdelftscotlandwalk3294]

Some really spectacular views from the summit. Great video!

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hello, Many thanks for taking the time to view our Glen Nevis outing. It was a superb outing…. Cheers, Charlie

[@geoffreysutton760]

Superb windless day, Charlie, and there aren't many o them! I admire the way you can break stride to film and the resume to cover the ground on a day like that.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Geoffrey, Filming is always easier when you have two and you can grab footage on the fly without having to walk and retrieve the camera. Having someone to scale the landscape helps as the camera tends to flatten things making it less dramatic. Things just feel easier when your not fighting the elements. Cheers, Charlie

[@Alan-iu2el]

Cracking video looked a great day oot well done 👍

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Alan, It was a cracker and a joy to be at height. Many thanks for watching. Cheers, Charlie.

[@graemestrachan7580]

Superb video. It’s a cracking walk.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Graeme, Glad you enjoyed our latest outing. Glen Nevis is stunning in these conditions... just great. Cheers, Charlie.

[@neilcollins5930]

What a treat , thanks . Some of the ridges not for the faint hearted . Reminded me of parts of Snowdon.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Neil, The ridges aren’t that bad in summer conditions and possibly look worse on camera. Although, full winter conditions is a whole new ball game. Many thanks for watching. Cheers, Charlie

[@mountainallan7470]

What a magnificent route and conditions to match. Thanks Charlie for giving this for us all to watch. This route has long been on my to-do list but I've never considered the anti-clockwise circuit - I might have to do it this way now! Cheers, Allan.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Alan, I’m sure you’ll enjoy it when it comes around. The down path is probably better in our direction as it’s slightly less direct. Cheers, Charlie

[@janicemiddlemass5215]

Another great video Charlie, more memories for us but our weather wasn’t like yours but still enjoyed it . Thanks again 👍👍

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Janice, Glen Nevis takes a bit of beating when you have weather like and you have time to enjoy without feeling as if your battling the elements. Cheers, Charlie.

[@barrieshaw5465]

👏👏👏👏 superb day One of my favourites

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Barrie, The Mamores on a settled weather with clear views take a bit of beating. It’s no surprise it’s a favourite. Cheers, Charlie

[@philipproctor2663]

Hi Charlie and Mike fabulous walking day the cloud was kind to you to see the route head of you, to me glen nevis is one of the best walking areas in Scotland I just love it, a big thanks for me enjoying your video and commentary 😀 can't wait for your next video see you soon 😊

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Philip, Many thanks. I agree, Glen Nevis is quite special with the range of tops within a smallish area. Not quite as great in a downpour but you can still enjoy a splash up the path if the tops are out of the question. Cheers, Charlie

[@DAoutdoors]

Hi Charlie , what a fantastic hike, with cracking scenery. We had very similar weather up in the Lake District Hills yesterday. Thanks for sharing once again.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Dave, I noticed the weather was looking good further south. Things are still a bit cold in the hills yet with a wee sprinkling of snow on the higher tops. Hope it starts warming up soon so we get a chance to takeoff a few layers 😂. Cheers, Charlie

[@michellegrant5928]

That weather... *heart eyes* Bonnie, bonnie Scotland.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Michelle, Its just great when you have the time to enjoy the day without the weather chasing you on. Cheers, Charlie.

[@ianevans7110]

Super video, Charlie, it was a great day yesterday and the good weather continues here today at home in Invermoriton. This route brings back many memories from the time we lived in Fort William and this is a magnificent circuit. Some things have obviously changed a lot since the old days when there was very little room for parking anywhere in the glen (there never needed to be). However the hills don't change and neither does the character of the route. All the best, Ian.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Ian, Hope this good spell of weather continues and things warm up a bit. Glen Nevis is always busy and parking is certainly an issue particularly when the campervans drive to far and cause havoc. The Ben Nevis car park was bursting when we past early in the afternoon and campsite full. Good to see but the visitors since covid has exploded. Cheers, Charlie.

[@andy-astro]

Fantasic guys, great informative video as always. Lovely scenery, and that narrow section looks fun. I'm looking forward to this one, hopefully this summer. Appears a good tactic to take this direction too, I'll probably do the same as i'll likely be in summer boots, to save the river crossing to the end of the day. Cheers, Andy.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Andy, You've always got the wire bridge if the rivers is running high so no issues there. Fingers crossed you have a clear day with cracking views. Cheers, Charlie.

[@debbiemalcolm4763]

I did the same route too. You got a far better day than me. Great video as always, stunning views and fabulous watch as always 👍👍👍

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Debbie, You’ll possibly enjoy seeing bits of the route that you may have missed. Either way, I find that there is always slightly more enjoyment watching a route that you have already completed. Many thanks for watching. Cheers, Charlie

[@ralphdavidson2932]

Great loop Charlie river high overnight rain the last time did it in May so did it in reverse crossed river at start of day just for others watching its sometimes better to get crossing done first as you you have not much options but do a difficult crossing if water high after doing the loop hope you don’t object to comment great video again Charlie

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Ralph, No problem with you adding your thoughts. Its right that all things are considered when deciding the best route for your day. Cheers, Charlie.

[@HikerBobOfficial]

Hi Charlie 👋, I was reccomended your channel recently and I've been really enjoying the content. It's nice that the commentary is softly spoken and to the point. Great videos mate 👏

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Bob, Glad you enjoy viewing our outings and it’s intentional we keep the focus on the walk for others to enjoy and possibly us it as a resource for their own plans. Many thanks. Cheers, Charlie

[@jolaslens]

Stunning !

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Jola, Glen Nevis is a stunning area when you have conditions like this, truly spectacular, particularly when the clouds are changing the views every few minutes. Many thanks for watching. Cheers, Charlie

[@jolaslens]

Indeed. I have been Ben Nevis area many times. I am planning Ring of Steal in August, maybe September. I hpe to have such spectacular conditions like you. Your videos are always great😍

[@MTNRanger915]

Good to briefly bump into you guys at the car. I was the sweaty runner just off of mullach haha. Hope you had a good day.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi David, Great to bump into you and thanks for watching our outings. We had a cracking day…. Always got to admire the folk who run around the hills but we’re in the slow plodder group now 😂. Take care Charlie

[@peterseddon2896]

Magnificent video as always. I love the understated manner in which you present it. Can I ask, in your opinion is there an advantage to doing this anti-clockwise - it all looks pretty testing to me!!

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Peter, Both the route directions are about the same but the river in Glen Nevis is always a consideration if there has been a lot of rain, other than that, its a super day and one to be enjoyed in good conditions. Cheers, Charlie

[@TheMadmacs]

what a perfect day!

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hello, Your right, it doesn’t get much better than this 👍 Many thanks for watching. Cheers, Charlie

[@MUNROSnCORBETTS]

Great film Charlie looked great and perfect conditions as well makes it even better :) 7 hours!!! Jeez what do you two put in yer porridge lol!

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Peter, As you know, Glen Nevis offers a lot when the conditions are settled. Once your up on The Mamores the ridges have the interest that drags you round and I’ve always enjoyed a visit as there’s so many tops packed close together. I’ve had a few good club meets in the Steall Hut back in the day and remember walking up the path in the dark after a few beers in town with big packs and the carry out under the arm. The bridge crossing was a bit interesting when the river was in spate…. happy days. Cheers, Charlie.

[@scotthoward5098]

Another superb vlog; I have always fancied the ring of Steall, is it better to do it the way you did it anti - clockwise or the other way

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Scott, it’s all about crossing the river and then waterfall. If things have been wet for a while some prefer to going clockwise and tackle the water crossing early but generally no issues in dry periods. Cheers, Charlie

[@hikingwithfrank315]

Another great outing Charlie & Mike, fantastic views up there, one of my best walks in the area. ATB Frank👍🏔🥾

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Frank, It’s always a joy getting into The Mamores with its variety of tops. Glen Nevis was looking well and very busy with many taking advantage to getting up The Ben. Hope this weather continues passed the weekend as we aren’t until next week. Cheers, Charlie

[@shauninnes1619]

Missed you by a day mate

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Shaun, Hope you had similar conditions to our day 👍Cheers, Charlie

[@WalkWithWallace]

Top stuff Charlie, cracking day out. Anti clockwise is the way to go too. Can I ask what your times are, is it moving time or total time from start to finish? 7hrs is swift timing.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Robin, Our time is the total start to finish so includes any stops. I take the info from the GPS. Cheers, Charlie

[@WalkWithWallace]

@@charliemccartney7055 definitely mountain goats then. 😁

[@charliemccartney7055]

@@WalkWithWallace I like it… Mountain goats with 50% working knees 😂😂😂

[@garykirkham2972]

Hello Charlie. Great footage of the 'ring of steall' Me and a few friends are hoping to do the hike in april, is there any valuable advice you think might helps us? We've done ben nevis, snowdon, scafell pike etc etc, but haven't attempted something like this hike before. Any advice would be much appreciated. Cheers 👍

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Gary, Just a couple of things... keep in mind the river crossing at Steall Bothy as it could be tricky if the days before have been heavy rain. The wire bridge is there but I've also seen it awkward to get over at the waterfall. In a normal winter crampons and ice axe are a possibility but the way things are going this year you'll be doing it in shorts and tee shirt. Have a great day and it would be a shame to do the round in poor weather conditions as its stunning. Cheers, Charlie

[@Craig-MItchell]

A grand day oot Charlie 😁

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Craig, It certain was indeed. Many thanks for taking the time to view. Cheers, Charlie

[@johnlee5423]

Excellent video as usual Charlie. I've climbed the Ring several times, one of my favourite walks. Have yous done the CMD Arete Ben Nevis yet.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi John, Yes, we’ve done the CMD Arête a few times. It’s an enjoyable scramble preferably in good weather to enjoy the experience. Cheers, Charlie

[@normansmith7520]

Awesome! Astonishingly beautiful. Did this many years ago in the opposite direction on a similar day. Just discovered your channel and working my way through your amazing back catalog. You must be the fittest guys on youtube! What camera do you use for this? The quality is fantastic.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Norman, Glad your enjoying a look back our outings. I’m currently using the GoPro 9 set at 4k 30fps. I’m happy with its functionality and ability to with stand the mountain environment throughout the year. Cheers, Charlie

[@discoverydave8541]

Hi Guys, absolutely fantastic .... favourite of mine. Your local knowledge so impressive 😁. Look forward to more if your up there for the weekend ? 👍🏔

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Dave, We’ve been fortunate to hit the weather windows on the last couple of outings 👍 …… you just know we going to get a soaking soon 😂. Cheers, Charlie

[@janicemiddlemass5215]

Another great video Charlie, more memories for us but our weather wasn’t like yours but still enjoyed it . Thanks again 👍👍

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Janice, Glen Nevis takes a bit of beating when you have weather like and you have time to enjoy without feeling as if your battling the elements. Cheers, Charlie.