Hiking Stuc a Chroin Walk: A Simple Guide

Mountain climbing Stuc a Chroin was my third Munro, having climbed Ben Nevis and Ben Lomond within the month prior. Although my unique plan was to hike Stuc a Chroin and Ben Vorlich in a single go, I ended up simply doing Stuc a Chroin and Beinn Every/Ben Every.

The ups and downs on the Ben Every and Stuc a Chroin path along with the icy circumstances and the very fact I used to be mountaineering solo, meant I made a decision to avoid wasting Ben Vorlich for an additional day (that and I wanted some extra snacks!).

The Stuc a Chroin hike has a number of trailheads however I selected to begin it from Ardchullerie Mor through Beinn Every.

Stuc a Chroin is a well-liked Munro since its close to Callander in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs Nationwide Park and attracts many hillwalkers.

The height’s Gaelic title means “Peak of Hazard,” and given its steep northeast face which requires scrambling, you’ll be able to see the place the title comes from. that gives some pretty unfastened scrambling. When you’re not used to scrambling, it’s greatest to take the steep, eroded path that branches off to the suitable.

Regardless of being a steep and difficult hike, I had an excellent morning mountaineering Stuc a Chroin, not seeing every other particular person on the path till. I used to be headed again down. The views are unimaginable and you can also make our Ben Ledi and even Ben Lomond from the summit.

When you’re searching for a mountaineering information to Stuc a Chroin, I’ve included all the things you’ll want to know under.

The way to get to the trailhead for Stuc a Chroin

I began the stroll up Beinn Every and Stuc a Chroin from simply exterior of Callander. The ‘automobile park’ from right here is definitely a layby with room for five or so vehicles so long as you all park properly.

The layby at Ardchullerie Mhor alongside the banks of Loch Lubnaig is simple to get to by automobile, however trickier by public transport.

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From the layby, head to the southern finish of the layby and search for a small path that heads up alongside a fence and a river,

What to know earlier than doing the Stuc a Chroin hike

Along with checking the Stuc a Chroin and Ben Vorlich climate, you should all the time abide by the next:

• All the time apply go away no hint ethics and pack out something you are taking with you.
• Stick with pre-existing trails to keep away from eroding the panorama
• All the time pack layers and waterproofs – that is Scotland in any case!
• Inform somebody the place you’re going and whenever you count on to be again.
• Be sure to stroll together with your 10 necessities.

Navigating whereas on the path: Yow will discover this hike on AllTrails which is my standard go-to for planning my hikes, navigating, checking path circumstances and, if mountaineering solo, ensuring others know I’m secure. The OS Map app is likely one of the greatest mountaineering apps for trails within the UK and is rather like having a whole bunch of OS maps in your pocket!

Mountain climbing Ben Every and Stuc a Chroin within the Trossachs

Ranging from the layby on the A84 at Ardchullerie Mhor by Loch Lubnaig, head to the southern finish of the layby and search for the small path, with an indication pointing between a river and a fence.

Take this path because it heads up by means of the forest till it comes out to a forestry monitor.

After about 1 km, the path ranges out and also you’ll move by means of a fence onto a forestry highway. You get some wonderful views forward of you on a clear day, in addition to views of the hills to each your left and proper as you stroll by means of this valley space.

As you climb uphill on the forestry highway, search for an indication pointing you to your proper and uphill on the Hill Path to Ben Every.

Don’t comply with the AllTrails map right here.

The AllTrails map tells you to disregard this signal and keep it up the logging highway for a bit earlier than heading up the hill in your proper the place there is no such thing as a outlined path (that I might discover anyway!). It’s a lot simpler to go up the place the signal factors you and summit Ben Every on the best way up and down.

The trail right here is kind of slender and will be boggy too so it’s a good suggestion to put on strolling boots or good path trainers.

Comply with the trail as you go uphill going barely left then proper and round to the summit of Beinn Every.

If you want you’ll be able to even name it a day right here having climbed the Corbett of Beinn Every. If you wish to proceed to Stuc a Chroin, you’ll head downhill from right here earlier than performing some extra climbing.

Don’t take the direct line to Stuc a Chroin. As a substitute search for the faint path in the direction of Bealach nan Cabar, utilizing the OS Maps app, or AllTrails will help you navigate this.

Bear proper on the Bealach following the moist floor for a couple of yards with the rocky outcrops to your left, earlier than following a faint monitor up by means of the rocks to proceed alongside the ridge.

This quickly drops once more earlier than one more light climb over one other couple of ‘humps’.

Lastly, drop right down to a boggy space after which start the ultimate steep climb as much as Stuc a Chroin.

On the summit of Stuc a Chroin, you’ll be able to take pleasure in breathtaking views of the encompassing panorama, together with Ben Vorlich.

The only return is to retrace the route you took to get right here which is what I ended up doing.

Stats for the Stuc a Chroin Hike

Under are some particulars for the 2 fashionable routes up Stuc a Chroin. Observe that these are estimates solely primarily based on earlier journey reviews and my very own expertise and shouldn’t be taken to the metre.

Beinn Each and Stuc a Chroin walk

• Distance: 14 km
• Period: 4-6 hours
• Elevation: 1,100 m
• Issue: Strenuous
• Trail map on AllTrails+ (although ignore the place it tells you to move uphill initially, comply with my instructions above as an alternative, or the signal to climb up Beinn Every in any other case you’ll comply with sheep paths and a river).

Ben Vorlich Stuc a Chroin

• Distance: 14.5 km
• Period: 5-7 hours
• Elevation: 1,150 m
• Issue: Strenuous and features a scramble
• Trail map on AllTrails+

What to pack for mountaineering Stuc a Chroin

What to pack for this hike relies on what season you’re mountaineering in.

• Try my day hike packing checklist right here.
• When you’re mountaineering in summer time it is best to pack sunscreen, sun shades, layers, water and bug spray in addition to all the things within the 10 necessities for mountaineering checklist.
• Right here is what to put on mountaineering in sizzling climate
• Try this put up on the very best leggings for mountaineering or what to put on mountaineering in summer time for extra particulars and my gear suggestions.
• When you’re mountaineering in winter after the snow has began falling you’ll want microspikes on the very least. If there’s a whole lot of snow you’ll in all probability want snowshoes.
• You also needs to take loads of layers together with a fleece layer, a puffy insulated jacket and a wind and waterproof outer layer. Hats and gloves are additionally vital in addition to a good backpack to maintain all the things in.
• You also needs to pack water and a few snacks too to maintain you going as they’re a part of the 10 necessities for mountaineering!
• Planning a mountaineering date? Try what to put on on a mountaineering date however nonetheless look cool.

Closing ideas on Stuc a Chroin

Mountain climbing Stuc a Chroin is a difficult and rewarding expertise and an awesome Munro to bag.

There are a plenty of ups and downs on this hike which additionally takes you over Beinn Every alongside the best way and through your return. Approaching Stuc a Chroin from this path avoids a scramble that you just’d have to. doif approaching from Ben Vorlich however you’ll nonetheless want good health and powerful legs for this hike!

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Final Up to date on June 2, 2023 by Hannah