Beinn Mhanach from Auch
A hidden Munro behind Beinn Dorain, reached by a long walk up the Auch Gleann.
- Distance
- 17.8 km
- Ascent
- 770 m
- Time
- 5.5–7.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 953 m
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About this walk
Beinn Mhanach from Auch is a hard 17.8 km out-and-back walk with 770 m of ascent, taking 5.5 to 7.5 hours. It starts at Auch, A82 (grid reference NN 324 354). It climbs Beinn Mhanach (953 m), a Munro.
Beinn Mhanach, 'the monk's mountain', is tucked away behind Beinn Dorain and can't be seen from the road. The route follows the track up the Auch Gleann, under the railway viaduct and past the ruins of old shielings.
From the glen, steep grassy slopes lead to the summit. The river crossings in the glen can be difficult after rain.
Route
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1
Auch Gleann
Follow the estate track up the glen and under the railway viaduct.
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2
The summit
Leave the track and climb the steep grassy slopes to the summit. Head back the way you came.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn Mhanach from Auch take?
- Most walkers take 5.5–7.5 hours for the 17.8 km route, which has 770 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 Auch, A82 (grid reference NN 324 354). Limited parking near the Auch estate road; don't block gates.
- 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. Long glen track with river crossings; steep, pathless grass to the summit.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Beinn Mhanach (953 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. River crossings in the Auch Gleann can be dangerous in spate.
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