Scotland
Cruinn a' Bheinn
633M
2075FT
About Cruinn a' Bheinn
Tucked between the Arrochar Alps and Loch Lomond, this Graham offers a quieter alternative to the busier neighbouring Munros. The ascent from Tarbet involves steep, often pathless heathery slopes, rewarding walkers with an exceptional perspective of the Luss Hills and the distinctive profile of Ben Lomond across the water.
Key Statistics
Rank
246th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Loch Lomond and the Trossachs
Prominence
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178m
Nearest Town
Tarbet
Geology
You are walking on the Ben Ledi Grit, a rugged foundation where ancient sand and silt have been pressed into layers of hard, durable rock.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN365051
Latitude
56.2103°N
Longitude
4.6377°W
Did You Know?
- •Its name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic Cruinn a' Bheinn, meaning 'Round Hill', an apt description of its broad, dome-like profile when viewed from the glens below.
- •Located on the 'wrong' side of the main road for many peak-baggers, it provides one of the most comprehensive views of the Arrochar skyline, specifically the craggy silhouettes of The Cobbler and Beinn Ime.
- •As a Marilyn, the hill possesses over 150 metres of prominence, meaning it stands as a significant individual mass rather than just a shoulder of its higher neighbours.
- •The lower slopes are a masterclass in West Highland bog; walkers often find that the 'easiest' route is simply the one where they sink the least.