Ben A'an
The 'mountain in miniature': a short, steep climb to a rocky summit above Loch Katrine.
- Distance
- 2.9 km
- Ascent
- 230 m
- Time
- 1–1.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 454 m
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About this walk
Ben A'an is a moderate 2.9 km out-and-back walk with 230 m of ascent, taking 1 to 1.5 hours. It starts at Ben A'an car park, A821 (grid reference NN 504 074).
Ben A'an is small, but its pointed rocky top and the view along Loch Katrine to the mountains make it feel like a much bigger hill. A well-made path climbs steeply through the forest the whole way, so it is a great introduction to hillwalking for older children.
The summit is a rocky knoll with steep drops on the loch side; keep children close at the top.
Route
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1
Through the forest
Cross the road and follow the path steeply up through the trees beside a burn.
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2
Into the open
The path levels briefly as the rocky summit comes into view, then climbs again round the back of the hill.
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3
The summit
A final rocky pull leads to the top and the view along Loch Katrine. Retrace your steps to the start.
Summit
Ben A'an
454 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Ben A'an take?
- Most walkers take 1–1.5 hours for the 2.9 km route, which has 230 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 A'an car park, A821 (grid reference NN 504 074). Forestry and Land Scotland pay and display car park on the A821 beside Loch Achray; fills early at weekends.
- 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. Steep, rocky path with steps throughout; rocky summit.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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