Highlight • Natural Monument
Beinn a' Chròin
Hiking
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Mountaineering
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It is often ascended via the summit of An Caisteal, creating an expedition on two of the most dramatically-titled Munros in the region: the ‘Mountain of Danger’ and ‘the Castle’. From the rocky outcrops that characterise its summit is a stupendous Highland panorama that includes Ben Nevis and the Lochaber Hills in the north and the Trossachs to the south.
A wonderful, craggy peak in the characterful Crianlarich group
These are popular peaks thanks to their relative proximity to the Central Belt and there’s plenty of accommodation in Crianlarich or along Loch Lomond. Routes to Beinn a’ Chroin can also be accessed by train, as Crianlarich is on the West Highland line.
There are a number of ways to approach Beinn a’ Chroin, with routes via An Caisteal from Derrydarroch Farm the most well-trodden. Another option is a slightly wilder route via the Munro of Beinn Chabhair, starting from Beniglas Farm. The final approach from the west involves a short, easy scramble before the prize of the summit is attained. A more rugged ascent can be made by following a track from Inverlochlarig along the River Larig and ascending the mountain’s rough southern slopes.
This Highlight is in a protected area
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Tips
April 2, 2020
Hiking
It's a fun little scramble. The true summit of the mountain is often disputed, there are many tops along the long summit ridge. I had fun standing on all of them!
July 4, 2021
Hiking
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Best routes near Beinn a' Chròin
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14.4km
06:09
880m
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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17.8km
08:01
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Elevation 910 m
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