Beinn Lochain and Cruach nam Miseag
2 Grahams in Cowal & Argyll Forest, climbed together from Lettermay.
- Distance
- 11.4 km
- Ascent
- 1090 m
- Time
- 4.5–6 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 703 m
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About this walk
Beinn Lochain and Cruach nam Miseag is a hard 11.4 km circular walk with 1,090 m of ascent, taking 4.5 to 6 hours. It starts at Lettermay, C6 (grid reference NN 188 003). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Beinn Lochain at 703 m.
Beinn Lochain and Cruach nam Miseag are Grahams in Cowal & Argyll Forest, close enough to climb together. The higher, Beinn Lochain, reaches 703 m (2,306 ft).
This route starts from Lettermay, C6 and crosses a lot of pathless hillside, so you'll need to navigate 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 Lettermay, head across the hillside towards Beinn Lochain.
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2
The summits
Climb Beinn Lochain, then continue to Cruach nam Miseag.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
703 m
607 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn Lochain and Cruach nam Miseag take?
- Most walkers take 4.5–6 hours for the 11.4 km route, which has 1,090 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 Lettermay, C6 (grid reference NN 188 003). 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 Lochain (703 m, Graham); Cruach nam Miseag (607 m, Graham).
- 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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