Beinn Ghlas from Ben Lawers car park
An 1103 m Munro in Breadalbane, Loch Tay & Glen Lyon, climbed from Ben Lawers car park.
- Distance
- 9 km
- Ascent
- 680 m
- Time
- 3–4.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 1103 m
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About this walk
Beinn Ghlas from Ben Lawers car park is a moderate 9 km out-and-back walk with 680 m of ascent, taking 3 to 4.5 hours. It starts at Ben Lawers car park (grid reference NN 607 379). It climbs Beinn Ghlas (1,103 m), a Munro.
Beinn Ghlas rises to 1,103 m in Breadalbane, Loch Tay & Glen Lyon, 1 km south-east of Meall Corranaich, high enough to be a Munro.
This route starts from Ben Lawers car park and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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1
The approach
From Ben Lawers car park, follow the path and tracks towards Beinn Ghlas.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Beinn Ghlas.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
1103 m
Other routes up Beinn Ghlas
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn Ghlas from Ben Lawers car park take?
- Most walkers take 3–4.5 hours for the 9 km route, which has 680 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 Ben Lawers car park (grid reference NN 607 379). 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. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Beinn Ghlas (1103 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.
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