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Elevation
842m
2,762 ft
Prominence
37m
Coordinates
56.9161, -4.4501
NN509832
OS Map
42
Explorer: OL50 393
The summit boasts a rock cairn and offers views that will have you pondering life’s big questions, like 'Why didn't I bring a snack?'.
The mountain is primarily composed of Lewisian gneiss, a metamorphosed rock known for its ancient origins over three billion years old. The rugged landscape showcases both granite and schist, creating a dramatic alpine feel.
Stunning vistas of Loch Tay, the Ben Lawers range, and the surrounding glens. If you're lucky, you might weave a view of the distant peaks that seem too grand to be true.
The name 'Sron nan Tarmachan' translates to 'The spur of the nimble ones' in Scots Gaelic, a nod to the agile beasts—possibly sheep—that roam the area.
Sron nan Tarmachan is part of the impressive Ben Lawers range, steeped in both natural beauty and cultural heritage.
A popular circular route that offers breathtaking views as you ascend and descend the mountain.
There is a small parking area near the Ben Lawers Visitor Centre (NN 556 373), which serves as a great base for hikes.
Services available from nearby towns such as Aberfeldy and Killin, though check local schedules for specifics.
The nearby Ben Lawers Visitor Centre offers educational exhibits, and there are some tea shops in Killin to fuel up post-hike.
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