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Beinn Dubh and the Glen Striddle Horseshoe, Luss

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Overview

An excellent circuit of the hills above Luss, including Beinn Dubh, a Graham. The ascent up the grassy ridge rising from Luss is a delight and the views over Loch Lomond and towards the Arrochar Alps are superb. Grassy hillwalking but some peaty areas on the plateau.
Saturday, 2 August 2025
Meeting time:
8:00 am
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
11.6km / 7.2mi
Ascent:
725m / 2379ft
Type:
circular
OS map: 56 . . . . Local grade: B+ . . . . . . . . . This is a hillwalk, so appropriate hill gear and good boots or shoes are required. Wet and boggy areas are likely high on the hills but also on some parts of the descent path. Minor road walking on the return to Luss, so exercise care. . . Registered assistance dogs only. . . Not suitable for children.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 09810 87761
Nearest postcode:
KY12 7QH
what3words:
tester.breed.warns
Meeting time:
8:00 am

Leys Park Road Car Park, Dunfermline

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 35900 93001
Nearest postcode:
G83 8TU
what3words:
beats.mothering.diverts
Start time:
9:30 am

Luss car park, Murray Place, Luss, off A82, Loch Lomond, G83 8PG

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