Ben Vorlich from Ardlui
1 photo from walkersThe most northerly of the Arrochar Munros, straight from the train at the head of Loch Lomond.
- Distance
- 7.5 km
- Ascent
- 940 m
- Time
- 3.5–4.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 943 m
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About this walk
Ben Vorlich from Ardlui is a hard 7.5 km out-and-back walk with 940 m of ascent, taking 3.5 to 4.5 hours. It starts at Ardlui station (grid reference NN 317 154). It climbs Ben Vorlich (943 m), a Munro. The start can be reached by public transport.
This Ben Vorlich (not to be confused with its namesake above Loch Earn) rises directly above Ardlui. A steep, pathless start leads up through the woods and onto a long grassy ridge with fine views over Loch Lomond.
The summit has several tops along a short ridge; the highest is marked by a trig point.
Route
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Up from Ardlui
Go under the railway and climb steeply through the woods onto the open hillside.
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The ridge
Follow the broad ridge south to the summit, then return the same way.
Summit
943 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Ben Vorlich from Ardlui take?
- Most walkers take 3.5–4.5 hours for the 7.5 km route, which has 940 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 Ardlui station (grid reference NN 317 154). Limited parking at Ardlui; please don't block the station or marina.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Trains on the West Highland Line stop at Ardlui. Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded hard. Steep, rough, often pathless slopes; grassy upper ridge.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Ben Vorlich (943 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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