Can an unfit person climb Ben Nevis?
Can an unfit person climb Ben Nevis?
Many people climb these mountains on a whim – and there’s nothing wrong with that. It’s perfectly possible to reach the summit as long as you are moderately fit, but your legs will ache a bit more afterwards.
How difficult is Ben Nevis?
​Ben Nevis has 1300m of ascent and descent in those 16km. This is the height of a 430-storey building. The path up Ben Nevis is not as steep as the steps in a building but you can perhaps get an idea of what is involved by walking up the tallest building you can find or walking up a few flights of stairs lots of times.
Do you need permission to climb Ben Nevis?
Do I need permission to climb Ben Nevis? No. You do not need to seek permission from anyone if all you intend to do is climb Ben Nevis.
Can you take a dog up Ben Nevis?
Can I take my dog? Yes, preferably on a lead so as not to impede other walkers. Be aware that sheep graze up to around 700 metres. Also the second part of Ben Nevis is a terrain of scree, loose stones which can be hard on a dog’s pads.
Is it scary to climb Ben Nevis?
@OwenBoyle – Yes, if you stick to the path it’s fine, but on the summit plateau the path is extremely indistinct and it’s very hard to stay on it if you’re in the cloud and there are few other people about. Most years someone dies falling off the northern crags having got lost on the summit.
What if you need the toilet on Ben Nevis?
Toilet issues If at all possible try not leaving excreta on the mountain. There are public toilets at the Glen Nevis visitor centre. If you find yourself in a position that you have to go to the toilet on the mountain please follow the advice in the Mountaineering Council of Scotland’s information sheet.
Is there a cafe at the top of Ben Nevis?
There is a restaurant on the top serving drinks and hot food and also a cafe at the bottom. Also, there is a gift shop with some nice items at the top.
