Beinn Mhor, Beinn Bheag and Creag Tharsuinn
3 Grahams in Cowal & Argyll Forest, climbed together from Glenmassan.
- Distance
- 21.3 km
- Ascent
- 1420 m
- Time
- 7.5–10 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 742 m
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About this walk
Beinn Mhor, Beinn Bheag and Creag Tharsuinn is a hard 21.3 km circular walk with 1,420 m of ascent, taking 7.5 to 10 hours. It starts at Glenmassan (grid reference NS 115 867). It climbs 3 listed hills, the highest Beinn Mhor at 742 m.
Beinn Mhor, Beinn Bheag and Creag Tharsuinn are Grahams in Cowal & Argyll Forest, close enough to climb together. The highest, Beinn Mhor, reaches 742 m (2,433 ft). It falls just short of Corbett height, so it's often quieter than its neighbours for much the same view.
From Glenmassan, much of the way is over open hillside with no path: pick your line with a map and compass. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start. It's a long day: many people cycle any track at the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Glenmassan, head across the hillside towards Beinn Mhor.
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2
The summits
Climb Beinn Mhor, then continue to Beinn Bheag and Creag Tharsuinn.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
742 m
620 m
643 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn Mhor, Beinn Bheag and Creag Tharsuinn take?
- Most walkers take 7.5–10 hours for the 21.3 km route, which has 1,420 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 Glenmassan (grid reference NS 115 867). 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 Mhor (742 m, Graham); Creag Tharsuinn (643 m, Graham); Beinn Bheag (620 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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