Ben Vorlich and Stuc a' Chroin
A popular Munro above Loch Earn, with an optional rough extension to its rocky neighbour.
- Distance
- 15.6 km
- Ascent
- 1440 m
- Time
- 6–8.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 985 m
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About this walk
Ben Vorlich and Stuc a' Chroin is a hard 15.6 km out-and-back walk with 1,440 m of ascent, taking 6 to 8.5 hours. It starts at Ardvorlich, south Loch Earn road (grid reference NN 631 229). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Ben Vorlich at 985 m.
Ben Vorlich is one of the most-climbed Munros in the southern Highlands, with a good path from Ardvorlich up the north ridge. The summit looks out over Loch Earn and across the Forth valley.
Stuc a' Chroin lies to the south-west across the Bealach an Dubh Choirein. The direct ascent of its north-east buttress is a scramble; the route here follows the easier line to the south-west, and returns over Ben Vorlich.
Route
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1
Ben Vorlich
Follow the estate track and path up Glen Vorlich and the north ridge to the summit.
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2
Stuc a' Chroin
Descend to the Bealach an Dubh Choirein and climb Stuc a' Chroin, avoiding the buttress scramble.
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3
Return
Return over Ben Vorlich and back down to Ardvorlich.
Summits
973 m
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Questions about this walk
- How long does Ben Vorlich and Stuc a' Chroin take?
- Most walkers take 6–8.5 hours for the 15.6 km route, which has 1,440 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, south Loch Earn road (grid reference NN 631 229). Roadside parking near the Ardvorlich estate entrance; don't block it.
- 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. Good path up Ben Vorlich; rough, rocky ground to Stuc a' Chroin.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Ben Vorlich (985 m, Munro); Stuc a' Chroin (973 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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