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Cruachan Dam – Ben Cruachan Summit loop from Falls of Cruachan
05:50
11.2km
1,060m
Mountaineering
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: July 16, 2026
Tips
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 4.66 km for 2.27 km
After 7.49 km for 314 m
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
2.22 km
Cruachan Dam
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4.27 km
Meall Cuanail Summit
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5.15 km
Ben Cruachan
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Ben Cruachan is the 56th highest peak in the British Isles and the 56th tallest in Scotland
1127.0 m (3698 ft)
Ben Cruachan is ranked 56th in terms …
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5.30 km
Ben Cruachan Summit
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5.54 km
Ben Cruachan Approach
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10.8 km
Falls of Cruachan Station
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11.2 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.92 km
3.08 km
1.60 km
1.56 km
Surfaces
7.99 km
1.49 km
1.44 km
164 m
< 100 m
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