Beinn Eunaich and Beinn a' Chochuill
Two grassy Munros north of Loch Awe, linked by a pleasant ridge with views to Cruachan.
- Distance
- 17.8 km
- Ascent
- 1600 m
- Time
- 7–9.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 990 m
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About this walk
Beinn Eunaich and Beinn a' Chochuill is a hard 17.8 km out-and-back walk with 1,600 m of ascent, taking 7 to 9.5 hours. It starts at Castles Farm, B8077 near Dalmally (grid reference NN 118 291). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Beinn Eunaich at 990 m.
Beinn Eunaich and Beinn a' Chochuill are often overlooked next to Ben Cruachan across the glen. The route climbs from near the B8077 onto the south-east ridge of Beinn Eunaich.
A grassy ridge leads west to Beinn a' Chochuill, and the route returns over Beinn Eunaich.
Route
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1
Beinn Eunaich
Follow the farm track north, then climb the south-east ridge to Beinn Eunaich.
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2
Beinn a' Chochuill
Follow the ridge west to Beinn a' Chochuill, then return over Beinn Eunaich.
Summits
990 m
981 m
On the way
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Kilchurn CastleCastle · 800 m from the route
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn Eunaich and Beinn a' Chochuill take?
- Most walkers take 7–9.5 hours for the 17.8 km route, which has 1,600 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 Castles Farm, B8077 near Dalmally (grid reference NN 118 291). Limited roadside parking; don't block the farm road.
- 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. Farm track, then steep grassy slopes and a good ridge.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Beinn Eunaich (990 m, Munro); Beinn a' Chochuill (981 m, Munro).
- 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. Sheep graze the lower slopes: keep dogs on a lead, especially during lambing (April and May).
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