Ben Lui · Beinn a' Chlèibh
Ben Lui and Beinn a' Chlèibh
Route overview
This classic shorter outing tackles the iconic peak of Ben Lui alongside its gentler neighbour, Beinn a' Chlèibh, from Glen Lochy. Ben Lui is celebrated for its grand, architectural form and dramatic eastern corrie, while Beinn a' Chlèibh offers a spacious plateau with expansive views. The route combines a rugged, pathless ascent with a steep, rewarding ridge walk.
Terrain and underfoot
The walk begins with an unbridged crossing of the River Lochy, which is impassable in spate. Beyond a low railway underpass, the route climbs through boggy forestry before tackling a pathless, soggy, and sustained grassy slope to Ben Lui's north ridge. The upper ridges are steep and rocky. The descent from the bealach is initially very steep before joining a clearer path beside the burn.
- Distance
- 10 km
- Ascent
- 1,094 m
- Typical time
- 4 - 5 hoursStandard moving time
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Getting there and parking
Driving and parking
Glen Lochy A85 forest car park, Ben Lui
Use the Glen Lochy forest car park for this Ben Lui approach. The nearby postcode points to Arrivain, about 2.75 miles east, so check the entrance location rather than navigating by postcode alone.
A forest car park reached from the south side of the A85. Take care when turning off this fast road.
- Cost and payment
- Parking costs £3 all day or £1 up to an hour, with card or RingGo payment and free displayed Blue Badge parking. Have RingGo available as a fallback to card payment.
- Before you go
- The car park is unsuitable for large vehicles and caravans. The six motorhome spaces are a separate allocation, not the day-car capacity.
- Walking approach and return
- Take care at the fast A85 entrance. The mountain approach includes a river crossing, whose safety depends on conditions.
- Toilets
- Stop in Dalmally or Tyndrum for toilets and food before reaching the car park.