Grade

Saturday

4th

November

B

Bridge of Orchy to Crianlarich

We’ll follow the West Highland Way southwards through glens and woods and along riverbanks.  There are tracks and paths all the way with some short metalled sections.

Terrain: The path undulates, particularly nearer Crianlarich where the dips and rises are greater.

Distance: 19 km, duration 5½ hrs, total ascent minimal to max. ht 350m.

Start point: Car park adjacent to Bridge of Orchy Hotel.

OS Map 50 / Explorer 377E, grid ref: NN 296396

This is a linear walk utilising mini bus transport. Booking a seat is essential to ensure you are not disappointed.

THOSE INTERESTED SHOULD CONTACT LEADER (tel: 01436 678328)  NO LATER THAN THURSDAY 2nd Nov. THERE IS A CHARGE FOR MINI-BUS TRANSPORT.

Saturday

11th

November

B

Stuc Odhar - (Dun coloured peak)

Climb up above Loch Venacher in Woodland Trust land using some new paths and open hillside, returning by Glen Finglas reservoir.

Terrain: Waymarked track and open hillside.   

Distance: 11 km, duration 4½ hrs, total ascent 650 m to max. ht. 626 m.

Start point: New Glen Finglas car park on left of A821 0.6 miles east of Brig O’ Turk post office sign.

OS Map 56 / Explorer 365S, grid ref: NN 546065.

Sunday

12th

November

C +

Crianlarich to Inverarnan (on the West Highland Way)

Continuing last weekend’s route down the West Highland Way which will be further explored next weekend. We will follow the Way southward from Crianlarich which is the approx. half-way point of the West Highland Way. 

Terrain:

Distance: 10½ km, duration 4 hrs, total ascent 150 m to max. ht. 250 m.

Start point: Initially we will gather in the car park of the Drovers Inn at Inverarnan where some cars will be utilised for the journey to Crianlarich.  On completion of the walk those not driving back for cars can wait in the Inn.

OS Map 56 / Explorer 364, grid ref: NN 318185.

Saturday

18th

November

C

Balmaha to Rowardennan (along West Highland Way)

Good track on undulating terrain.

Terrain: Path through open woodlands with fine views of Loch Lomond.

Distance: 13km, duration 4½ hrs, total ascent minimal to max. ht. 90m.

Start point: Balmaha main car park.

OS Map 57 / Explorer 347, grid ref: NS 421909.

It is emphasised that ‘A’ grade walks are strenuous and should only be attempted by those with high standards of fitness and stamina and who are also properly equipped and clothed for the conditions.

Leaders will quite properly turn away those who do not meet these standards as they could create difficulties or danger for other members of the group

Sunday

19th

November

 A/B+  

The Cobbler (photo)

Following good paths to the main peak area: then stony often steep, mountainous paths with easy scramble.

Terrain: Wild mountainside and reasonable paths.

Distance: 9½ km, duration 5½ hrs, total ascent 941m to max ht. 881m.

Start point: Succoth car park. (expect Pay & Display)

OS Map 56 / Explorer 364, grid ref: NN 294049.

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