Morocco – The Mount M’Goun Trail –
Mount M’Goun (4,071) is the third‑highest peak in Morocco and one of the most spectacular parts of the Central High Atlas.
The High Atlas is the highest part of the entire Atlas Mountain system, running across central Morocco from the Atlantic coast all the way to the Algerian border. It is a major climatic barrier, separating the Mediterranean‑influenced north from the Sahara to the south. The High Atlas is predominantly inhabited by Amazigh (Berber) communities, living from agriculture and pastoralism in the valleys. Amazigh communities cultivate terraced fields using traditional Agdal systems — highly efficient water‑management practices. Typical High Atlas villages often feature stone or adobe houses, terraced fields, communal irrigation channels and seasonal transhumance (moving livestock to high pastures).
Highlights
The M’Goun Massif in the Central High Atlas is a dream region for trekkers who want dramatic landscapes, Amazigh culture, and far fewer crowds than Toubkal. It features a summit Ridge at 4000m with dramatic views towards the High Atlas and Sahara. In addition, there are the M’Goun Canyon (A dramatic gorge carved by the M’Goun River), high pastures (still used by shepherds) and the Aït Bougmez Valley, often called the “Happy Valley,” one of the most beautiful and fertile valleys in the Atlas. A classic multi‑day trek combined with comfortable stays in a traditional Riad in Marrakech and camping in the most stunning areas.
Itinerary
A 7-day itinerary with start and finish in Marrakech. A trek in the most beautiful part of the High Mountains including rustic and authentic villages and nomads on the summer pastures. Reaching the summit at 4071m is optional but not mandatory on this trek.
Trail history
June 2016, a British Tt group
Future trails
Nothing currently planned but it will get attention again…
Morocco – The Mount M’Goun Trail –
Mount M’Goun (4,071) is the third‑highest peak in Morocco and one of the most spectacular parts of the Central High Atlas.
The High Atlas is the highest part of the entire Atlas Mountain system, running across central Morocco from the Atlantic coast all the way to the Algerian border. It is a major climatic barrier, separating the Mediterranean‑influenced north from the Sahara to the south. The High Atlas is predominantly inhabited by Amazigh (Berber) communities, living from agriculture and pastoralism in the valleys. Amazigh communities cultivate terraced fields using traditional Agdal systems — highly efficient water‑management practices. Typical High Atlas villages often feature stone or adobe houses, terraced fields, communal irrigation channels and seasonal transhumance (moving livestock to high pastures).
Highlights
The M’Goun Massif in the Central High Atlas is a dream region for trekkers who want dramatic landscapes, Amazigh culture, and far fewer crowds than Toubkal. It features a summit Ridge at 4000m with dramatic views towards the High Atlas and Sahara. In addition, there are the M’Goun Canyon (A dramatic gorge carved by the M’Goun River), high pastures (still used by shepherds) and the Aït Bougmez Valley, often called the “Happy Valley,” one of the most beautiful and fertile valleys in the Atlas. A classic multi‑day trek combined with comfortable stays in a traditional Riad in Marrakech and camping in the most stunning areas.
Itinerary
A 7-day itinerary with start and finish in Marrakech. A trek in the most beautiful part of the High Mountains including rustic and authentic villages and nomads on the summer pastures. Reaching the summit at 4071m is optional but not mandatory on this trek.
Trail history
June 2016, a British Tt group
Future trails
Nothing currently planned but it will get attention again…
