Beinn Chabhair

Beinn Chabhair

Beinn Chabhair is a 932.2 m Munro above Inverarnan and Glen Falloch in the Southern Highlands. The normal approach begins at Inverarnan, north of Loch Lomond.

Route from Inverarnan

The out-and-back via Beinglas Falls and Ben Glas Burn is 13 km with 948 m ascent, normally 5–6.5 hours. These figures include the whole return. From Inverarnan, reach Beinglas Campsite and take the steep eroded hill path. Follow Ben Glas Burn across boggy moorland and the hydro track. Near Lochan Beinn Chabhair, climb the grassy gully to the winding rocky ridge. Several false tops lead to the true summit. Return by the same route to Inverarnan.

The pathless alternative western ridge descent is a separate, more demanding option and is not included in those figures. The steep initial path, extensive bog and complex upper ridge make this a strenuous mountain walk requiring fitness and navigation. Wet rock and mud require care on descent. Carry appropriate clothing and a backup means of navigation, allow enough daylight and check current estate access advice during deer-management activity.

Summit, views and name

The summit is a small cairn at NN36764 17950. Do not stop at one of the rocky false tops or rely on finding shelter. In clear weather the Southern Highland panorama includes Ben Lomond and distant Loch Long to the south.

The Gaelic meaning is uncertain: possible interpretations include “hill of the hawks” and “hill of the antler”.

Geology

The surrounding landscape is formed from deformed Dalradian metasedimentary rocks, mainly metasandstone and metasiltstone in the wider area. Glacially smoothed bedrock occurs high on Beinn Chabhair’s flanks.

Access and facilities

There is no public car park for this route. Private parking is conditional at the Drovers Inn if you buy food or drinks after the walk, or at Beinglas Campsite if you use the cafe or shop; an arrangement may be needed. Confirm with the proprietor and follow the current conditions.

The Drovers Inn offers refreshments. Beinglas normally has a shop and restaurant, but, as of 18 October 2026, the campsite is closed for the season from 12 October. Do not rely on campsite parking, the shop or restaurant without confirming availability. This notice does not announce closure of the hillwalking route. Crianlarich provides further village services. There are no mountain facilities.

Citylink coaches serve Inverarnan on the A82 near the hotel. Check the exact stop, travel date and last return coach. Inveruglas, Glen Luss and Cowal are not the starts of the route described here.

Data credit

Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (https://www.hill-bagging.co.uk/dobih/), CC BY 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/); wording adapted.