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The Cobbler (Ben Arthur) – Beinn Narnain loop from Arrochar

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Arrochar, Tarbet And Ardlui

The Cobbler (Ben Arthur) – Beinn Narnain loop from Arrochar

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The Cobbler (Ben Arthur) – Beinn Narnain loop from Arrochar

07:28

19.1km

1,210m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 7.17 km for 164 m

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2.19 km

Loch Long

Highlight • Viewpoint

The clue is in the name, Loch Long is a lengthy, 20-mile (32 km) stretch of sea water that reaches from the Firth of Clyde deep into the Southern Highlands to Arrochar. The loch's arrow-straight shape made it an ideal site for the Navy to test torpedoes, which they did between 1912 and 1986. It is still possible to visit the abandoned torpedo testing station on the loch's northern banks.

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3.37 km

View of Loch Long and Ben Lomond

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful view of Long Loch and the mountain Ben Lomond behind. There is also a bench nearby, so you can rest if you are tired after the little climb.

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4.98 km

View of Ben Arthur (The Cobbler)

Highlight • Natural Monument

As you break the tree line you get your first view of Ben Arthur’s summit... if you’re lucky..

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5.36 km

Views of the Cobbler (Ben Arthur)

Highlight • Summit

Ben Arthur, commonly known as The Cobbler, is not the highest of the summits within in the Arrochar Range but it is very popular due to its stunning rock formations, which are viewed spectacularly along this section of trail.

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5.72 km

View of The Cobbler

Highlight • Summit

This is a tough but rewarding climb to the summit of Mount Cobbler. Most of the way up, you’re treated to iconic views of this distinctive mountain, with its unique, recognisable shape. The three pinnacles of the summit stand out prominently against the surrounding hills, offering an inspiring sight as you ascend.

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6.04 km

Narnain Boulders

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Narnain Boulders are a familiar sight on the hike up to The Cobbler. Climbers have tested themselves on these two huge blocks for generations and even used to sleep beneath them. The area played an important part in early Scottish climbing history and was particularly popular with Glaswegian pioneers.

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7.74 km

The Cobbler (Ben Arthur)

Highlight • Summit

The Cobbler is one of the most charismatic of all of Scotland's mountains. 100 feet (30 m) shy of Munro status, it manages to outshine its higher neighbours with a mixture of technical challenge and a freakish, yet undeniably impressive, shape.

Two of its three summits can only be surmounted by rock climbing but the highest and central summit can be reached by hikers. However, the very top, a bizarre rock formation, is not so simple. To reach its apex, you ‘thread the needle’, passing through a gap in the rock, before scrambling up a narrow ledge with a sickening drop to your right in order to gain the summit platform. It’s scary but straightforward in dry conditions.

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9.96 km

Beinn Narnain

Highlight • Natural Monument

Only an hour's drive from Glasgow, Beinn Narnain is one of Scotland's most accessible Munros. The route via its rocky southeast ridge contains the occassional scramble, making for an entertaining ascent.

The views of The Cobbler are superb and the two peaks are often taken together in one outing. Neighbouring Beinn Ìme can also be included as part of a longer day.

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19.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.7 km

3.29 km

1.67 km

623 m

469 m

373 m

Surfaces

12.2 km

2.97 km

2.21 km

1.05 km

668 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 10 August

21°C

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Comments

July 5, 2025,🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Schottland, Argyll & Bute: Ben Arthur, The Cobbler

One of the most beautiful mountain hikes I've done in Scotland! The mountain's profile is simply breathtakingly beautiful. Caution: Only walk in the direction indicated; the ascent from the south is very steep, so it's safer to go uphill. If that's not for you, you can also take the easier approach from the north.

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March 26, 2022,Loch Lomond & The Trossachs - The Cobbler

The Cobbler, or Ben Arthur, is one of the most distinctive mountains in Scotland, offering incredible views of the surrounding area.

This popular climb is technical and rugged and therefore requires some scrambling skills, providing a real challenge and sense of adventure for any outdoor enthusiast.

For this hike I wore the Salomon X-ULTRA 4 GTX, a hiking shoe that …

June 9, 2023,L.Lom. – The Cobbler Trail from Succoth

Stunning views from the Cobbler. All round great hike. Follow main trail up from the road and not the old trail which Komoot Smart Tour directed me on.

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The Cobbler (Ben Arthur) – Beinn Narnain loop from Arrochar

Loch Long

View of Loch Long and Ben Lomond

View of Ben Arthur (The Cobbler)

Views of the Cobbler (Ben Arthur)

View of The Cobbler

Narnain Boulders

The Cobbler (Ben Arthur)

Beinn Narnain

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