Beinn an Lochain, Stob Coire Creagach and Beinn Luibhean
3 Corbetts in Cowal & Argyll Forest, climbed together from Gleann Mor.
- Distance
- 11.3 km
- Ascent
- 1950 m
- Time
- 6–8.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 902 m
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About this walk
Beinn an Lochain, Stob Coire Creagach and Beinn Luibhean is a hard 11.3 km circular walk with 1,950 m of ascent, taking 6 to 8.5 hours. It starts at Gleann Mor, B828 (grid reference NN 225 067). It climbs 3 listed hills, the highest Beinn an Lochain at 902 m.
Beinn an Lochain, Stob Coire Creagach and Beinn Luibhean are Corbetts in Cowal & Argyll Forest, close enough to climb together. The highest, Beinn an Lochain, reaches 902 m (2,958 ft). It falls just short of Munro height, so it's often quieter than its neighbours for much the same view.
From Gleann Mor, B828, much of the way is over open hillside with no path: pick your line with a map and compass. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Gleann Mor, head across the hillside towards Beinn an Lochain.
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2
The summits
Climb Beinn an Lochain, then continue to Stob Coire Creagach and Beinn Luibhean.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
902 m
818 m
860 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn an Lochain, Stob Coire Creagach and Beinn Luibhean take?
- Most walkers take 6–8.5 hours for the 11.3 km route, which has 1,950 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 Gleann Mor, B828 (grid reference NN 225 067). 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 hard. Largely pathless hillside: rough, steep and boggy in places.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Beinn an Lochain (902 m, Corbett); Beinn Luibhean (860 m, Corbett); Stob Coire Creagach (818 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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