Beinn Tulaichean and Cruach Ardrain
Two Munros from the head of Balquhidder Glen, with a fine ridge between them.
- Distance
- 10.7 km
- Ascent
- 1120 m
- Time
- 4.5–6 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 1046 m
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About this walk
Beinn Tulaichean and Cruach Ardrain is a hard 10.7 km out-and-back walk with 1,120 m of ascent, taking 4.5 to 6 hours. It starts at Inverlochlarig, Balquhidder Glen (grid reference NN 437 181). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Cruach Ardrain at 1,046 m.
From the road end at Inverlochlarig, Beinn Tulaichean's long southern slopes lead up to a rocky summit, from where a short ridge runs north to Cruach Ardrain, the higher and finer of the pair.
The return retraces the ridge over Beinn Tulaichean, keeping the route simple. The slopes above the glen are grassy and can be wet.
Route
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1
Beinn Tulaichean
From the farm, climb the long southern slopes onto Beinn Tulaichean.
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2
Cruach Ardrain
Follow the ridge north over a dip to Cruach Ardrain.
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3
Back
Return along the ridge over Beinn Tulaichean and down to Inverlochlarig.
Summits
946 m
1046 m
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Beinn Tulaichean and Cruach Ardrain take?
- Most walkers take 4.5–6 hours for the 10.7 km route, which has 1,120 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 Inverlochlarig, Balquhidder Glen (grid reference NN 437 181). Car park at the road end before the farm.
- 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. Grassy slopes and a worn path, rocky near the tops; wet lower ground.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Cruach Ardrain (1046 m, Munro); Beinn Tulaichean (946 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. Sheep graze the lower slopes: keep dogs on a lead, especially during lambing (April and May).
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