Ben Vorlich from Ardvorlich
A 985 m Munro in Breadalbane, Loch Tay & Glen Lyon, climbed from Ardvorlich.
- Distance
- 12.9 km
- Ascent
- 920 m
- Time
- 4.5–6 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 985 m
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About this walk
Ben Vorlich from Ardvorlich is a hard 12.9 km out-and-back walk with 920 m of ascent, taking 4.5 to 6 hours. It starts at Ardvorlich (grid reference NN 631 229). It climbs Ben Vorlich (985 m), a Munro.
Ben Vorlich rises to 985 m in Breadalbane, Loch Tay & Glen Lyon, 2 km north-east of Stuc a' Chroin, high enough to be a Munro. It stands well clear of the hills around it, so the summit view is a wide one.
From Ardvorlich, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground.
Route
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The approach
From Ardvorlich, follow the path and tracks towards Ben Vorlich.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Ben Vorlich.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
985 m
Other routes up Ben Vorlich
Questions about this walk
- How long does Ben Vorlich from Ardvorlich take?
- Most walkers take 4.5–6 hours for the 12.9 km route, which has 920 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 Ardvorlich (grid reference NN 631 229). 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. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Ben Vorlich (985 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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