Beinn Bhreac

Rising above the Loch Ard Forest near Kinlochard, this rugged peak offers a quieter alternative to its famous neighbor, Ben Lomond. The ascent transitions from managed forestry tracks into wilder moorland, leading to a summit trig pillar with expansive views across the Trossachs and the shimmering waters of Loch Ard.

• •The name originates from the Scottish Gaelic for 'Speckled Hill,' likely describing the mottled appearance of its slopes where grey rock outcrops break through the dark heather and grass.
• •The climb from Kinlochard involves navigating the dense network of tracks within the Loch Ard Forest before emerging onto the open, often boggy moorland of the upper ridge.
• •The summit offers a unique, direct profile of Ben Lomond’s steep eastern face, a perspective hidden from those taking the popular tourist paths on the opposite side of that mountain.
• •In a region where 'Beinn Bhreac' is a remarkably common name, referring to this specific peak by its 700-metre height is the best way to ensure your hiking party meets at the correct trailhead.