Beinn a’Ghlò

Beinn a’Ghlò is an enormous, complex mountain, with steep ground, a multitude of ridges and corries, and no less than three Munros: Càrn Liath, Braigh Coire Chruinn-bhalgain, and Càrn nan Gabhar.

No mean feat, if you’re keen to up your Munro tally as quickly as possible and go for all of these in a single day.  It’s a strenuous, but satisfying, hike.

For a gentler jaunt, Càrn Liath is the lowest of the summits and a worthwhile standalone climb.  It is an attractive Munro, visible from afar.  There are good paths for most of the way, but note this is still a decent trek requiring your usual walking boots, warm clothes and provisions.

Beinn a’Ghlò has been declared a SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) and a SAC (Special Area of Conservation) for its diverse plant life.

The stats below combine all three summits on Beinn a’Ghlò – Càrn Liath, Braigh Coire Chruinn-bhalgain, and Càrn nan Gabhar:

Nearest town: Blair Atholl
Distance: 22km / 13.75 miles
Time: 8-10 hours
Ascent: 1239m
Starting point: Parking at end of Monzie road, near Loch Moraig
Photo credit: Malky Reid