We are the Helensburgh & West Dunbartonshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Jack T.
Walkers must book in advance with the walk leader
A hill near Ardentinny which, although clearly visible from the Helensburgh waterfront above the Kilcreggan Peninsula, is seldom visited. It offers glorious views - if the weather is kind.
Beinn Ruadh is a familiar but seldom visited feature on the skyline north west from Helensburgh. Anticlockwise circular starting from Drynain (Glen Finart), up to Sligrachan Hill then ridge path to Beinn Ruadh, with outstanding views over Loch Eck to the west, and Loch Long and the Firth of Clyde. Descent into valley to re-join Drynain Glen path to finish.
Local Grade: B+
Terrain: Forest paths, then open moor ascent to bealach between Castle Craig and Tom a Bothain. Short, steep, grassy final climb to Sligrachan then moderate path along craggy, rocky ridge to Beinn Ruadh, boggy in places. Open moor descent to Drynain Burn and rejoin path.
Max height: 633 m.
Maps covering route of walk: OS Landranger No. 56.
Drynain Forest Path, PA23 8TT. Roadside to southeast towards Ardentinny. Also bus turning area 100m south of start (there is no bus service Sundays!). There is also some parking on the roadside to the southeast towards Ardentinny. Parking limited so please car share where possible. Distance from Helensburgh: 50 miles. Time from Helensburgh: 1 hour 20 minutes. Suggested fuel contribution: £10.00. Please note we will leave promptly at 10:00.
