Inversnaid Moderate

Beinn a' Choin from Inversnaid

Bagging route Corbett Out and back

A 769 m Corbett in Loch Lomond & the Trossachs, climbed from Inversnaid over largely pathless ground.

Distance
7.9 km
Ascent
660 m
Time
3–4 h
Grade
Moderate
Route
Out and back
High point
769 m
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Route mapped on from OpenStreetMap paths, with heights from EU-DEM terrain data; not yet checked on the ground by TRXO. Added to TRXO on . For planning only: always navigate with an up-to-date map such as OS Explorer or Harvey. How we make our routes.

About this walk

Beinn a' Choin from Inversnaid is a moderate 7.9 km out-and-back walk with 660 m of ascent, taking 3 to 4 hours. It starts at Inversnaid (grid reference NN 347 095). It climbs Beinn a' Choin (769 m), a Corbett.

At 769 m (2,522 ft), Beinn a' Choin is one of the Corbetts of Loch Lomond & the Trossachs, standing 5 km south of Beinn Chabhair.

From Inversnaid, much of the way is over open hillside with no path: pick your line with a map and compass.

Great views Dog friendly

Route

  1. 1

    The approach

    From Inversnaid, head across the hillside towards Beinn a' Choin.

  2. 2

    The summit

    Climb to the summit of Beinn a' Choin.

  3. 3

    Return

    Return the same way.

Summit

Corbett Marilyn

Questions about this walk

How long does Beinn a' Choin from Inversnaid take?
Most walkers take 3–4 hours for the 7.9 km route, which has 660 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
It starts at Inversnaid (grid reference NN 347 095). Park considerately off the road; don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
Can I get there by public transport?
Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
How hard is it?
It's graded moderate. Largely pathless hillside: rough, steep and boggy in places.
Which hill does it climb?
Beinn a' Choin (769 m, Corbett).
Can I take my dog?
Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Deer stalking takes place on these hills from mid-August to October. Stick to the main paths and check Heading for the Scottish Hills before you go.

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