Am Bodach, Mountain summit in Highland, Scotland
Am Bodach is a mountain in the Scottish Highlands that reaches 1032 meters and has three steep rocky faces rising sharply from the landscape. Its eastern side has an escarpment that often holds patches of snow even through the summer months.
General Caulfield built a military road near the mountain during the 1700s that shaped travel through the area. This road eventually became part of the West Highland Way, one of the region's most popular walking routes today.
The name comes from Scottish Gaelic and means 'The Old Man', a traditional way to describe mountains that watch over local communities. Visitors often hear locals use this name when talking about the area and its walking routes.
The main path starts from Kinlochleven and follows the West Highland Way before turning west into a mountain valley to reach the summit. The route is clearly marked, but you should be prepared for changing weather and wear sturdy boots for the rocky sections.
From the peak, you can see Ben Nevis, Scotland's highest mountain, to the north. The northeast ridge connects to another peak and forms part of a popular loop walk that many hikers combine with their ascent here.
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