Beinn an Tuirc Group Walks | Join a Walk
Join group walks, find walking companions and friends, or organise your own!
Don't walk alone! Find friendly walkers to explore Beinn an Tuirc together. Join scheduled group walks or start your own.
Elevation
454m
1,490 ft
Prominence
440m
Coordinates
55.5673, -5.5666
NR752361
OS Map
68 69
Explorer: 356N
The summit boasts a sturdy cairn and a remarkable trig point, both perfect spots for a break and a photo to show off to friends who didn't join you.
Beinn an Tuirc is primarily composed of granite and schist, common in this part of the Highlands, providing a rugged terrain that has weathered beautifully over the millennia.
On a clear day, you can see the rugged peaks of the Trossachs, the sparkling waters of Loch Awe, and the expansive beauty of Argyll.
The name Beinn an Tuirc translates to 'Hill of the Boar', which might make you wonder if a hunt is on the cards; spoiler alert, it's not.
Located in an area steeped in folklore, Beinn an Tuirc is part of the rich cultural tapestry of the Highlands, embodying stories of Celtic legends and local characters.
A scenic route starting from the shores of Loch Doon, winding through forested areas before ascending the slopes of Beinn an Tuirc.
This route starts at Inverlochlarig, offering a direct ascent with spectacular views over the surrounding glens.
Parking is available at Loch Doon, with a scenic view to boot. Spaces may fill up, especially on sunny weekends.
Buses run from Ayr to Dalmellington, from where a taxi might be your best option to reach the start of your walk.
There are limited facilities directly at the mountain, but Dalmellington has a few cafes and shops to stock up on snacks for your adventure.
Join friendly walkers exploring Beinn an Tuirc and surrounding area
More walks starting close to this area
Create a walk and let others join you. It's free and easy!
Some common questions about the hills answered
Many walkers use Walkmates to join or organise walks with others. You can check for group walks around Beinn an Tuirc through the maps
Activity varies by location and time, but Walkmates lets you see whether others have shared walks or shown interest in this area. Find other people through the walking friends search walking friends for Beinn an Tuirc search or of course create your own walk for Beinn an Tuirc
Yes. If there aren’t any walks listed already, you can create a walk and make it available for others to join.
If you're signed up to Walkmates, you can create a walk to Beinn an Tuirc.
There are often multiple ways to walk this hill, depending on experience and route preference. Walkmates helps you explore walks and routes that others have shared.
Yes. You can suggest or create routes to share with others. Walkmates focuses on the social side of walking, so routes are used to help people organise walks and explore areas together, rather than as detailed navigation tools or route libraries.
Other uses really appreciate knowledgeable walkers sharing their routes. Share your favourite route to Beinn an Tuirc here
We always strive to keep the information on Walkmates as accurate as possible. If you find an error, please let us know through the contact form and we'll aim to correct it as quickly as possible
Grid Ref: NR752361
+ 5 more nearby hills
Find more walking companions in the area
No comments yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!