Beinn Bhan from Glen Loy
A 796 m Corbett in Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, climbed from Glen Loy.
- Distance
- 13.2 km
- Ascent
- 800 m
- Time
- 4.5–6 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 796 m
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About this walk
Beinn Bhan from Glen Loy is a hard 13.2 km out-and-back walk with 800 m of ascent, taking 4.5 to 6 hours. It starts at Glen Loy (grid reference NN 106 844). It climbs Beinn Bhan (796 m), a Corbett.
At 796 m (2,611 ft), Beinn Bhan is one of the Corbetts of Knoydart, Glen Shiel & Loch Arkaig, standing 10 km south-west of Meall na Teanga.
From Glen Loy, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground.
Route
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1
The approach
From Glen Loy, follow the path and tracks towards Beinn Bhan.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Beinn Bhan.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
796 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn Bhan from Glen Loy take?
- Most walkers take 4.5–6 hours for the 13.2 km route, which has 800 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 Glen Loy (grid reference NN 106 844). 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. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Beinn Bhan (796 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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