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Overview

Join us on a challenging hike with a steep climb and most likely boggy conditions.
LINK FOR DETAILS
https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/argyll/ben-challum.shtml

Please sign up only if you are reasonably fit and have hiking experience.
Gators and poles are most recommended along with suitable boots, water proofs and plenty of food and water.

A backup walk will be arranged if weather conditions are not looking favourable.

Number of walkers will be limited to 10.

Saturday, 6 September 2025
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
910m / 2986ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.meetup.com/glasgow-young-walkers-gyw/events/310711570/?eventOrigin=group_events_list

See our Meetup page for more info on how to sign up 

Starting point

Grid reference:
NN 35683 28055
Nearest postcode:
FK20 8RU
what3words:
offline.pythons.wound
Start time:
9:00 am

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