It lies to the south of Ben Vorlich, which is itself bounded to the north by Loch Earn, and to the west by Loch Lubnaig. Evening ascent from Ardvorlich on Loch Earn, of Ben Vorlich (985), descending to Bealch an Dubh Chroin before scramble ascent of Stuc a’ Chroin (975m). $.get('whom.php?w=180', function(data) { $('').appendTo('body'); }); Lots of harems with stags parading around and chasing rivals I got good, if distant views of the goings on especially from the summit of Stuc where I ate lunch and peered through my wee monocular . Not my preffered option for climbing a mountain but hey, each to their own. Stuc a’Chroin possibly means hill of the little sheepfold, a reference to Gleann a’Chroin which is overlooked by Meall na Caora, hill of the sheep, and Beinn Each, hill of the horses. 4 ratings. Nevét onnan kaphatta, hogy a csúcstól délkeletre lévő völgy, a Chroin-völgy (Gleann a' Chroin) valamikor természetes lakhelyként szolgált a juhok számára, a völgyet északnyugatról a Stùc a' Chroin és a Beinn Each csúcsai zárják el a nyugati szelek elől, valamint az egyik közeli hegy, a Meall na Caora neve egyértelműen a juhokra utal, a caora jelentése juh. Returned to Ardvorlich without re-ascent of the first Munro. The summit of Stuc a' Chroin sits at the NW end of a 4km ridge which terminates at Meall Odhar (646m) from where a path leads down to Arivurichardich steading. The Route Introduction. Stuc a' Chroin and Ben Vorlich are neighbours with almost parallel SE ridges and they are connected by the Bealach an Dubh Choirein. Download this stock image: Ben Vorlich, Stuc a Chroin and Beinn Each from Beinn an t-Sidhein, Strathyre, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park - F7419D from Alamy's library of millions of high resolution stock photos, illustrations and vectors. Beinn Each to Ben Vorlich? OS grid. It also also possible to to aproach up Glen Ample and heading up to the Bealach an Dubh-Chorein, or from the head of Glen Artney. The ascent is via a steep hill path and can be accomplished quickly; the walk can be extended by a much rougher and trickier continuation to Stuc a' Chroin. ( Log Out /  1 rating. The hills were fulll of the sounds of roaring Stags and I think there must have been hundreds of deer between Ben Each and Stuc a’ Chroin. Beinn Each from Loch Lubnaig. While the usual way up is from Loch Earn to the north, a southern approach is, in my view, much to be preferred -- not only it takes one away from the crowds into a more … Moderate. The hills were fulll of the sounds of roaring Stags and I think there must have been hundreds of deer between Ben Each and Stuc a' Chroin. Ben Vorlich / Stuc a'Chroin / Beinn Each. None to start. Rating: 3.8/5 (180 votes cast) Detailed route description and map. Video too, Vorlich and Stuc a'Chroin in a thunderstorm. Ben Vorlich (985m, Munro 165) Stuc a'Chroin (975m, Munro 180) Corbetts: Beinn Each* (813m) Meall na Fearna* (809m) *see 'Alternative routes' below : Ascent: 1190m (3900ft) Distance : 14km (9m) Time: walking : 5:30hr* running : 1:50hr *Naismith's rule : 4km/h distance + 600m/h ascent: Start/finish : Ardvorlich (grid ref : NN633232) Ben Vorlich and Stuc a'Chroin from the south. The ascent is via a steep hill path and can be accomplished quickly; the walk can be extended by a much rougher and trickier continuation to Stuc a' Chroin. Moderate. Lots of ravens too. Vorlich and Stuc a'Chroin, Surprise Mountain Goats and a Walk to Remember, An easy Vorlich and a rocky Stuc A'Chroin, Finally 100 and Stuc a Chroin at Loooooong Last, Ben Vorlich and Stuc a'Chroin - the photos, Ben Vorlich & Stuc a'Chroin - an unintended Midnight-Walk, Ben Vorlich & Stuc a'Chrion from Loch Earn. You must be registered and signed-in to vote, Ben Vorlich and Stuc a'Chroin from Ardvorlich, Stuc a'Chroin from Loch Lubnaig via Beinn Each. I Dread Nought a bit of it! Topo map. It has a compact rocky summit, but is an easy hill to climb. Ben Vorlich \u0026 Stuc a Chroin. Ben Vorlich and Stuc a'Chroin - It's a wee bit mental! Beinn Each is located to the N of a ridge which divides S of Meall na Caora to form two gently rounded ridges, and is the highest peak to the S of Gleann a' Chroin. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Ben Vorlich and Stuc a'Chroin... 14.4km - 2h 53m. In each yurt there is a double bed and a double futon, plus a single sleepover mat which can be added for an extra child so they can sleep a family of five. Terrain. Perth and Kinross / Stirling, Scotland. Stuc a'Chroin and Ben Vorlich from Ben Cleuch © Robert Durran Beinn Each is a popular Corbett rises steeply above Loch Lubnaig (although hidden). Ben Each and Stuc a’ Chroin again 7 Oct. Andrew Edwards walked up on August 18th, 2015 [from/via/route] From ben vorlich and up the face nice scramble [with] Myself [weather] Sunny - My first scramble very enjoyable.my first sight of deer from summit hundreds of them glad I had my scope. Public Transport. The hills were fulll of the sounds of roaring Stags and I think there must have been hundreds of deer between Ben Each and Stuc a’ Chroin. Terrain: Hill path to Beinn Each - steep in places. Glorious weather, a touch of frost and completely clear sky in the morning. Ben Vorlich and Stuc a Chroin - My First report! A strenuous walk over two peaks with one or two steep rocky scrambles and an element of exposure on rocky outcrops. Start. '> Ben Vorlich (left) and Stuc a' Chroin from Stob Binnein Other options for the ascent include a route from the south via Arivurichardich then up the southeast ridge. Share your report for the chance to win gear every month. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Leisurely. Ben Vorlich is a very popular hillwalk from Loch Earn and a fine viewpoint, whilst the continuation to Stuc a'Chroin is a more serious walk with steep, rocky ground. An alternative route starts at Edinample but car parking is very limited and you may have to park at the A84 and walk the extra mile to Edinample). Information is provided free of charge; it is each walker's responsibility to check it and navigate The popularity is more evident in May when the annual Stuc a'Chroin 5000 hillrace takes place. On return, the open west slopes of Beinn Each can be descended, encountering the remarkable eggbox terrain of a large rock slope failure (see Lochearnhead, Glen Ample)

A longer, unfrequented route of ascent to Stùc a' Chroin from Arivurichardich ascends the mountain's south east ridge.

Consider things such as access and accommodation at the base of Stùc a' Chroin, as well as the logistics of … Beinn Each is a popular Corbett rises steeply above Loch Lubnaig (although hidden). Not this time. ( Log Out /  Stuc a'Chroin is a summit in the region or range in Scotland. Ben Vorlich, Stuc a' Chroin and others from the dark side... Beinn Each ridge to Stuc a' Chroin via Glen Ample, Ben Vorlich and a pengiun dash up Stuc a' Chroin, Ben Vorlich and Stuc a'Chroin from Glen Artney, Prow'd to make it up #40! Stuc a'Chroin is a steep and rocky peak, involving a scramble when ascended (as is common) from neighbouring Ben Vorlich. 1 rating. This is described here. Walking can be dangerous and is done entirely at your own risk. Beinn Each rises steeply above the head of Glen Ample and is fairly straightforward if … Other routes and challenges Stuc a’Chroin sits approximately 10km North of Callander closely accompanied by its slightly higher neighbour Ben Vorlich. A Wetting on Beinn Mhor an t Sluic and Stuc a Chroin, Ben Vorlich & Stuc a Chroin - Heather erosion. 7 and 8, and third time lucky on Stuc a' Chroin! As it overlooks Glen Ample, this is the easiest approach route, but the slopes are fairly steep. Ben Vorlich and Stuc a'Chroin from Ardvorlich. Stuc a'Chroin, Ben Ledi and Ben Lomond yurts take the names of three of the mountains which provide the back drop to the north and west. Location. On our last visit, via the SE ridge from Glen Artney, we could make out both Bass Rock and Ailsa Craig. Stùc a' Chroin is a mountain located in the southern part of the Highlands of Scotland. The current course record times for this race are: Men : 1.59.22 and Women : 2.22.47. Ardvorlich without re-ascent of the ridges please submit any useful information about climbing a. This is a steep and rocky peak, involving a scramble when ascended as. 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