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Overview

Walkers must book in advance with the walk leader

A mountain walk to one of the Munros between Loch Lomond and Crianlarich with the potential for wonderful panoramic views.

 

Sunday, 14 September 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
10km / 6.2mi
Ascent:
878m / 2881ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://new.hwdramblers.org.uk/

Munro close to Crianlarich by A82. Pace will be medium to slow with plenty of stops.

Local Grade: A

Terrain: Rough with steep sections.

Max height: 1046 m

Maps covering route of walk: OS Landranger No. 50.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NN 36897 23890
Nearest postcode:
FK20 8RL
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Start time:
10:00 am

Large layby on right hand side of A82 heading towards Crianlarich. Distance from Helensburgh: 33 miles. Time from Helensburgh: 50 minutes. Suggested fuel contribution: £7.00. Please note we will leave promptly at 10:00.

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