Perthshire

Càrn nan Gabhar

1,121 metres · 1 detailed route

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Càrn Liath (Beinn a' Ghlò) · Bràigh Coire Chruinn-bhalgain · Càrn nan Gabhar

Beinn a' Ghlò

Route overview

This classic Perthshire traverse links three distinct Munro summits along a high, undulating ridge. Starting near Loch Moraig, the route climbs the prominent dome of Càrn Liath before traversing Braigh Coire Chruinn-bhalgain and reaching the stony plateau of Càrn nan Gabhar. It offers an expansive, longer-than-average day out with superb views across the Atholl hills.

Terrain and underfoot

Underfoot conditions are highly varied. The initial ascent of Càrn Liath uses a well-constructed pitched stone path, but the high ridges feature stony, eroded sections and steep descents into deep cols. Navigating between the second and third peaks requires care in poor visibility. The return route down the glen is initially boggy with several minor burn crossings, before joining a firmer, contoured track back to the start.

Distance
22.2 km
Ascent
1,301 m
Typical time
7 - 8.5 hoursStandard moving time
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Getting there and parking

Driving and parking

Loch Moraig, Beinn a Ghlo

Use Loch Moraig car park for Beinn a’ Ghlo. There are 60 spaces and no toilets. Keep estate gates and roadside land clear.

A dedicated car park beside woodland, close to the walking start. Keep the estate gates clear.

60 listed car spaces

Cost and payment
Parking charges are £5 for cars, £3 for motorcycles, £8 for campervans and £15 for minibuses. Pay by contactless card, Apple Pay or cash.
Before you go
During 1 August to 20 October, Atholl asks walkers to use the main ridge and usual Airgiod Bheinn descent. Check the daily estate advice on 01796 481740.
Sources checked 2 October 2026

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Guidebook & paper maps

The Munros

Scottish Mountaineering Club · 4th edition (2021)

  • M33 · p. 150
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Walking the Munros · Volume 1

Cicerone

Southern, Central and Western Highlands

  • Guide route 21 · p. 99

Latest edition: 4th (2021) · reprinted 2024. Edition of page references unconfirmed.

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Peak Bagging: Munros · Volume 1

Nicola Hardy · 2025

Beinn a' GhloGuide route 57 · p. 291

Hub 9 - Pitlochry

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The Munro Almanac

Cameron McNeish · 2011

The Tarf and Tilt Hills

  • Munro description · p. 58

100 Best Routes on Scottish Mountains

Ralph Storer · 1997

Beinn a' GhloGuide route 79 · p. 164

Page numbers vary by edition.

OS Explorer · 1:25,000
  • OL51Atholl
OS Landranger · 1:50,000
  • 43Braemar & Blair Atholl

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Mountain planning note

Route times and descriptions are planning estimates. Recheck mountain weather, access, daylight, river levels and your own experience before setting out.