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Beinn Narnain & Beinn Ime

The Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

Both Munroes in a broadly circular route. Beinn Ime optional as a there and back

Hiking Severe

Distance
15 km
Ascent
1.3 km
Descent
1.3 km
Duration
5-6 hrs
Low Point
4 m
High Point
1 km
Gradient
17˚
Beinn Narnain & Beinn Ime Map

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be severe. It's very remote, it features high exposure and is typically done in January, February, June, July, August, September and December. From a low point of 4 m to the maximum altitude of 1 km, the route covers 15 km, 1311 vertical metres of ascent and 1311 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Bit of an exposed scramble up Narnain to start followed by an easy if a little boggy there and back to Beinn Ime. Great views of the Cobbler and surrounding hills.

Difficulty

Severe

Hiking challenging trails where simple scrambling, with the occasional use of the hands, is a distinct possibility. The trails are often filled with all manner of obstacles both small and large, and the hills are very steep. Obstacles and challenges are often unexpected and can be unpredictable.

High Exposure

3 out of 4

Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.

Remoteness

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

in January, February, June, July, August, September and December

Features

  • Picturesque
  • Summit Hike
  • Wild flowers
  • Water features
  • Forestry or heavy vegetation

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