Beinn Dubh

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A magnificent hike offering stunning views of Loch Lomond and panoramic vistas from the summit. This hike is not suitable for beginners due to the long and steep climb. There is no shade along the route. Be sure to wear sturdy footwear as the summit is muddy in places and rocky in others.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 6.78 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 5h 05 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Difficult
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 2,224 ft
  • ↘
    Descent: - 2,218 ft
  • ▲
    Highest point: 2,146 ft
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    Lowest point: 95 ft
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Photos

Panoramic view
At the summit with the sheep
Ascent of Beinn Dubh

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 95 ft - Path
  2. 1 : mi 0.37 - alt. 223 ft - Drymendevin
  3. 2 : mi 0.9 - alt. 374 ft - Tyneshandon
  4. 3 : mi 1.87 - alt. 476 ft - River
  5. 4 : mi 3.09 - alt. 2,028 ft - Mid Hill
  6. 5 : mi 4.65 - alt. 2,096 ft - Beinn Dubh
  7. 6 : mi 6.56 - alt. 279 ft - Strone Wood
  8. S/E : mi 6.78 - alt. 95 ft - Path

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