So after 3 attempts I have finally made it to the summit of Bidean nam Bian in Glen Coe.
The first time there was thigh deep slush and a snow line that was rising nearly as fast as we were – it was just grim, so we backed off.
The second time was better – we got to the top of Stob Coire nam Beith, before the horizontal hail made us want to not be on the ridge.
Cath looking out over the Lost Valley
This time the weather was lovely, and we ambled to the top enjoying a lovely spring day. The weather was warm but there was still patches of snow (and some step kicking). Unlike the other attempts, this time we went up via the ‘Lost Secret Hidden Valley’ (or whatever it’s called) and veered right at the end of the valley to hit the col between Bidean and Stob Coire nan Lochan, we also tacked on Stob coire nan Beith while we were up and they went back over Stob Corie nan Lochan, and down Corie nan Lochan.
nice day out!
