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Isle of Bute Group

We are the Isle of Bute Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

This steep ascent from Kilmun on the Holy Loch follows increasingly steep and rough paths uphill through the forest. The reward is the superb view from the summit, whether looking over Dunoon to Arran or up Loch Long.

Tuesday, 11 November 2025
Start time:
8:45 am
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 08517 64806
Nearest postcode:
PA20 0BJ
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Start time:
8:45 am

8.45am Chapel Hill car park for car sharing to Rhubodach-Colintraive ferry. Contact the leader in advance to ensure a place in a car.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking