Meall nan Gabhar and Beinn Bhalgairean
2 Grahams in Loch Lomond & the Trossachs, climbed together from A85 lay-by.
- Distance
- 10.8 km
- Ascent
- 850 m
- Time
- 4–5.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 744 m
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About this walk
Meall nan Gabhar and Beinn Bhalgairean is a hard 10.8 km circular walk with 850 m of ascent, taking 4 to 5.5 hours. It starts at A85 lay-by, A85 (grid reference NN 227 271). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Meall nan Gabhar at 744 m.
Meall nan Gabhar and Beinn Bhalgairean are Grahams in Loch Lomond & the Trossachs, close enough to climb together. The higher, Meall nan Gabhar, reaches 744 m (2,441 ft). It falls just short of Corbett height, so it's often quieter than its neighbours for much the same view.
From A85 lay-by, A85, much of the way is over open hillside with no path: pick your line with a map and compass. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From A85 lay-by, head across the hillside towards Meall nan Gabhar.
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2
The summits
Climb Meall nan Gabhar, then continue to Beinn Bhalgairean.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
744 m
637 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Meall nan Gabhar and Beinn Bhalgairean take?
- Most walkers take 4–5.5 hours for the 10.8 km route, which has 850 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 A85 lay-by, A85 (grid reference NN 227 271). 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. Largely pathless hillside: rough, steep and boggy in places.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Meall nan Gabhar (744 m, Graham); Beinn Bhalgairean (637 m, Graham).
- 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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