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The Cobbler (Ben Arthur) – Beinn Narnain loop from Arrochar

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United Kingdom

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West Scotland

Arrochar, Tarbet And Ardlui

The Cobbler (Ben Arthur) – Beinn Narnain loop from Arrochar

Hard

4.7

(218)

2,006

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The Cobbler (Ben Arthur) – Beinn Narnain loop from Arrochar

07:28

19.1km

1,210m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 7.17 km for 164 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.19 km

Loch Long

Highlight • Viewpoint

The clue is in the name, Loch Long is a lengthy, 20-mile (32 km) stretch of sea water that reaches from the Firth of Clyde deep into the Southern Highlands …

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3.37 km

View of Loch Long and Ben Lomond

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Beautiful view of Long Loch and the mountain Ben Lomond behind. There is also a bench nearby, so you can rest if you are tired after the little climb.

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4.98 km

View of Ben Arthur (The Cobbler)

Highlight • Natural Monument

As you break the tree line you get your first view of Ben Arthur’s summit... if you’re lucky..

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5.36 km

Views of the Cobbler (Ben Arthur)

Highlight • Summit

Ben Arthur, commonly known as The Cobbler, is not the highest of the summits within in the Arrochar Range but it is very popular due to its stunning rock formations, which are viewed spectacularly along this section of trail.

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5.72 km

View of The Cobbler

Highlight • Summit

This is a tough but rewarding climb to the summit of Mount Cobbler. Most of the way up, you’re treated to iconic views of this distinctive mountain, with its unique, …

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6.04 km

Narnain Boulders

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The Narnain Boulders are a familiar sight on the hike up to The Cobbler. Climbers have tested themselves on these two huge blocks for generations and even used to sleep …

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7.74 km

The Cobbler (Ben Arthur)

Highlight • Summit

The Cobbler is one of the most charismatic of all of Scotland's mountains. 100 feet (30 m) shy of Munro status, it manages to outshine its higher neighbours with a …

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9.96 km

Beinn Narnain

Highlight • Natural Monument

Only an hour's drive from Glasgow, Beinn Narnain is one of Scotland's most accessible Munros. The route via its rocky southeast ridge contains the occassional scramble, making for an entertaining …

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19.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.7 km

3.29 km

1.67 km

623 m

469 m

373 m

Surfaces

12.2 km

2.97 km

2.21 km

1.05 km

668 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (900 m)

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Weather

Wednesday 8 July

22°C

13°C

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The Cobbler (Ben Arthur) – Beinn Narnain loop from Arrochar

Loch Long

View of Loch Long and Ben Lomond

View of Ben Arthur (The Cobbler)

Views of the Cobbler (Ben Arthur)

View of The Cobbler

Narnain Boulders

The Cobbler (Ben Arthur)

Beinn Narnain

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