Beinn an Lochain

Beinn an Lochain is a mountain in the Arrochar Alps of western Scotland. It stands within Argyll Forest Park, which lies inside Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. The peak reaches 901.7 metres, making it a Corbett. It was once listed by Sir Hugh Munro among mountains over 3,000 feet, though later surveys showed it to be shorter. Despite this, it remains a popular climb and is often cited as a fine example of a mountain below the Munro threshold. The usual route starts from the car park at Butter Bridge on the A83 in Glen Kinglas. From there a 2.5-kilometre walk along the north-east ridge leads to the summit. The climb covers more than 700 metres of ascent. Walkers are rewarded with views of Loch Restil and the pass between Glen Croe and Glen Kinglas. The mountain shows there is more to Scottish mountaineering than just reaching Munro heights. The trail itself offers steady progress over grass and rock. The ridge provides clear lines of sight to surrounding peaks. On clear days the views stretch across the national park. The climb is moderate but sustained, suitable for those with reasonable fitness. The mountain’s modest height keeps the route accessible without losing interest. Its popularity shows how rewarding smaller peaks can be.