Creag Mhòr (Glen Lochay) · Beinn Heasgarnich
Creag Mhòr and Beinn Heasgarnich
Route overview
This is a substantial and varied horseshoe outing in Perthshire, linking the craggy, well-defined peak of Creag Mhòr with the sprawling, high-plateau mass of Beinn Heasgarnich. Starting from Glen Lochay, the route transitions from quiet hydro tracks to steep, pathless ridges and vast, boggy high-altitude terrain, offering a rewarding challenge for experienced hillwalkers seeking a quieter, more rugged day out.
Terrain and underfoot
The route features a mix of tarmac, hydro tracks, and pathless, rough mountain terrain. The ascent of Creag Mhòr is steep and craggy, requiring careful route-finding through broken cliffs. In contrast, Beinn Heasgarnich is characterised by broad, featureless grassy ridges and extensive, complex peat bogs. Navigation is highly demanding in poor visibility. The descent crosses the Allt Tarsuinn, which can become impassable during spate conditions, requiring an early crossing to the south bank.
- Distance
- 25.6 km
- Ascent
- 1,501 m
- Typical time
- 8 - 10 hoursStandard moving time
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Getting there and parking
Driving and parking
Glen Lochay walkers car park before Kenknock
Use the walkers car park about 1 km before the public-road end at Kenknock, grid NN476368. Parking at the road end is no longer possible.
A small signed gravel car park before Kenknock. Keep the entrance and road clear.
Approximately 10 to 20 cars
- Before you go
- The tarmac pass road beyond Kenknock is private. Keep entrances clear and do not use it as a driving shortcut or overflow.