Munro Mountains In Loch Lomond & The Trossachs

The Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park is one of the most beautiful places in Scotland, and it’s home to a number of Munro mountains. This guide will take you through a brief history of the Munros and discuss some of the biggest mountains in this area. Read on for all the information you need for bagging a Munro in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs, including the best routes, safety measures, and gear recommendations.

What Is A Munro?

There are an astounding 282 Munros in Scotland with 19 more over the border in England and Ireland. A Munro is a Scottish mountain that has a summit of over 3000 feet. The best known Munro in Scotland is Ben Nevis, or Beinn Nibheis, which has a height of 4,411ft (1,345m), making it the highest mountain in the British Isles.

These mountains were named after Sir Hugh T. Munro, the first man to catalogue them in 1891 – known as Munros Tables. In order for a mountain to be classed as a Munro, it must be over 3000 feet, as stated above, and also be recognised on the Scottish Mountaineering Club’s official list of Munros. Interestingly enough, Sir Hugo T. Munro was a founding member of the organisation at its creation in 1889. As a testament to his fantastic work, given the limited tools and technology of the time, the list has only been revised four times since its creation – in 1921, 1953, 1981, and 1997. Sir Hugo T. Munro was not a particularly athletic man, with short limbs, no particular muscle strength and small feet but, what he lacked physically, he made up for in mettle. With enough passion, determination and drive, anyone can bag themselves a Munro.

Clothing

• Boots (with ankle support and soles which will grip on rock, grass and mud)
• Waterproof jacket (with hood)
• Waterproof over trousers (lightweight)
• General trekking trousers (not jeans or cotton material)
• Thermal top
• Fleece top
• Gaiters (not always essential)
• Warm hat
• Gloves or mitts

GEAR

• Rucksack (about 35 litres)
• Compass
• Map (waterproof or in waterproof case)
• Watch
• Torch (preferably a head torch)
• Food & Drink
• Emergency Survival Bag
• Whistle
• First Aid Kit
• Mobile Phone
• A bag for rubbish
• Midge Repellent (when in season)
• Suncream (for summer months)

Some may wish to bring water purifying tablets, but many are happy to drink from the mountain streams or pack their canteens with snow (make sure to allow it to melt first, so you do not lower your body temperature dramatically). Footwear is arguably one of the most important aspects of your gear, so make sure you break them in well before your climb to avoid issues. If you plan on winter hiking, ensure you bring an ice axe and crampons for a safe climb. It’s important you do your research before attempting a climb in the snow or ice as visibility is low and the snow can hide many hazards such as pits and broken sections.

In the event of an emergency, call 999, ask for Police and then Mountain Rescue.

For more information on mountain safety, weather conditions, avalanche and more, visit the Mountain Rescue website.

1. Ben More – This mountain is located in the Crianlarich hills, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Ben More means “large mountain” in English. Height: (1174m, 3,826 ft).
2. Stob Binnein – This mountain is also located in the Crianlarich hills, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Stob Binnein means “peak of the white mountain” in English. Height: (1165m, 3,811 ft)
3. Ben Lui – This mountain is located in the Tyndrum hills, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Ben Lui means “mountain of the place of the warrior” in English. Height: (1130m, 3,747 ft)
4. Cruach Ardrain – This mountain is located in the Crianlarich hills, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Cruach Ardrain means “stacking pile of high land” in English. Height: (1046m, 3,437 ft)
5. Ben Oss – This mountain is located in the Tyndrum hills, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Ben Oss means “large mountain” in English. Height: (1029m, 3,360 ft)
6. Ben Challum – This mountain is also located in the Tyndrum hills, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Ben Challum means “hump-backed mountain” in English. Height: ((1025m, 3,343 ft)
7. Beinn Ime – This mountain is located in the Arrochar Alps, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Beinn Ime means “island mountain” in English. Height: (1011m, 3,319 ft)
8. An Caisteal – This mountain is located in the Crianlarich hills, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name An Caisteal means “the castle” in English. Height: (995m, 3,262 ft)
9. Ben Vorlich (Loch Earn) – This mountain is located near Lochearnhead and is part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Ben Vorlich means “mountain of the bay” in English. Height: (985m, 3,228 ft)
10. Beinn Dubhchraig – This mountain is located in the Tyndrum hills, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Beinn Dubhchraig means “black rock mountain” in English. Height: (978m, 3,212 ft)
11. Stuc a’ Chroin – This mountain is located near Lochearnhead and is part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Stuc a’ Chroin means “peak of the danger” in English. Height: (975m, 3,205 ft)
12. Ben Lomond – This mountain is located near Balmaha and is part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Ben Lomond means “beacon mountain” in English. Height: (974m, 3,195 ft)
13. Meall Glas – This mountain is located in the Crianlarich hills, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Meall Glas means “grey hill” in English. Height: (959m, 3,147 ft)
14. Beinn Tulaichean – This mountain is also located in the Crianlarich hills, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Beinn Tulaichean means “mountain of the hillocks” in English. Height: (945m, 3,094 ft)
15. Ben Vorlich – This mountain is located near Ardlui and is part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Ben Vorlich means “mountain of the bay” in English. Height: (943m, 3,080 ft)
16. Beinn a’ Chroin – This mountain is located in the Crianlarich hills, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Beinn a’ Chroin means “mountain of the danger” in English. Height: (940m, 3,077 ft)
17. Beinn Chabhair – This mountain is located near Ardlui and is part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Beinn Chabhair means “mountain of the cobweb” in English. Height: (933m, 3,068 ft)
18. Beinn Narnain – This mountain is located in the Arrochar Alps, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Beinn Narnain means “mountain of the little saint” in English. Height: (926m, 3,055 ft)
19. Sgiath Chuil – This mountain is located in the Crianlarich hills, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Sgiath Chuil means “corner of the mountain” in English. Height: (921m, 3,042 ft)
20. Beinn a’ Chleibh – This mountain is located in the Tyndrum hills, which are part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Beinn a’ Chleibh means “mountain of the mountain pass” in English. Height: (916m, 3,024 ft)
21. Ben Vane – This mountain is located near Ardlui and is part of the Grampian Mountains. The name Ben Vane means “small mountain” in English. Height: (915m, 3,020 ft)

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