Cruachan Horseshoe – Southern Highlands
Cruachan Horseshoe – Southern Highlands
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Cruachan Horseshoe – Southern Highlands
07:33
14.4km
1,180m
Hiking
One of Scotland’s most spectacular, Ben Cruachan vies with Ben Lui for the title of the Southern Highlands’ greatest mountain. The Cruachan Horseshoe takes on an enormous ring of peaks that tower above the appropriately named Loch Awe. Consisting of two Munros and two subsidiaries, the route encircles the Cruachan…
Last updated: June 5, 2024
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Includes segments that may be dangerous
Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.
After 3.45 km for 2.66 km
After 6.32 km for 3.53 km
Waypoints
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1.96 km
Cruachan Dam
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5.68 km
Ben Cruachan Summit
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7.34 km
Drochaid Ghlas
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8.62 km
Stob Dàimh Summit
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14.4 km
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Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
6.15 km
4.74 km
1.86 km
1.29 km
360 m
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Surfaces
11.3 km
1.61 km
1.42 km
125 m
< 100 m
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Trail Reviews
The final 4 walks in my southern-most Munro series (of 65 hikes) are now in full swing! The ridge walk from Ben Cruachan to Stob Daimh is one of my favourites. The views to the islands and across the western Highlands are outstanding 😍 Everyone I met today was an absolute gem too. The icing on the cake!
The classic Cruachan Horseshoe. Writing this superb route up for Trail Mag 😁
Great little walk with a few hairy moments and fantastic views!