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Follow the track down to Loch Treig, and then around it; at the foot of Gleann Iolairean it reverts to its rough state. The track ends at Abhainn Rath near Creaguaineach Lodge. If you’re heading for Staoineag bothy, and if the river under the bridge is in spate, don’t cross but head upstream to left of the river. Cross the slippery wooden bridge and turn left upstream, on a path that’s sometimes a delight on firm green riverbank and sometimes less pleasant. After 2km you pass the charmingly situated Staoineag bothy on the opposite bank; with normal summer water levels you can cross to it on large stones. The better path continues to right of the river. After another 3km the valley floor levels, and the path bears away from the river across bog to visit Meanach (Meannanach) bothy (see Route 45). It regains the riverbank opposite Luibeilt.

The OS map marks the path continuing on the southern bank of Abhainn Rath. However, the crossing can be awkward, and I’ve always kept my feet dry and stayed on the path on the northern bank. After 2.5km, the river turns up in front of you, so now you must cross it to the small landmark knoll Tom an Eite. The best crossing is 100 metres north of the knoll (NN 241 695; 15km, 4hr).