This is the summed total of all the climbing within a route and is a good indicator of the strenuousness of a route.
Total Ascent
560 m
An estimate of the time taken based on a derivation of Naismiths rules. Our calculation is based on the horizontal and ascent components of a climb, we do not make a reduction for descent.
Registered users can customise these walking times by specifying their own walking and ascending speeds. They can also add a fixed time period for stoppages.
Route Time
3.5 hrs
The horizontal distance of the route.
Route Distance
10.14 km
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Notes
Short easy day gentle slopes. Take refreshments, there is little at Corrour Station.
Here we provide the nearest town to the start of the route where you will find basic services.
We then give directions from that location to the route start. Your approach route may differ.
Travel Information
Head to: Tyndrum
At Tyndrum (A82) park and take train to Corrour Station. N.B. This mountain is one of few exceptions where car is not the most convenient transport.
Route Waypoint Map
The total ascent is 560 metres. Allow 3.5 hours to complete this 10.14 km route.
In winter months please check the local snow conditions at sais.gov.uk.
The hillphones service can inform you of stalking activities in the area.
Usually the shortest way to climb the mountain, making best use of tracks and paths to gain altitude. Route navigation requires map reading skills and an ability to navigate with a compass.
The information given here will enable you to annotate your map and plan your route. We do not give anecdotal descriptions on where to find the paths, worn by the feet of previous mountaineers.
Where the access routes are few or the ridge is narrow, paths are generally obvious. On open ground, following paths without using your compass may get you lost in poor visibility.
Route Information
Waypoint Detail
Arrive by train at Corrour Halt (Station)
NN35606643
Distance
Altitude 408 m
1
Head ENE on track to junction at head of Loch Ossian
NN36806692
Distance 1.44 km
Altitude 395 m
2
Take left branch at junction and head NW around the head of Loch Ossian
NN36616700
Distance 0.24 km
Altitude 395 m
3
Continue NE on track
NN37026749
Distance 0.65 km
Altitude 390 m
4
Ascend NNW to gain ridge of Beinn na Lap
NN36776903
Distance 1.65 km
Altitude 790 m
5
Ascend NE along ridge to summit
NN37626956
Distance 1.10 km
Altitude 935 m
6
Reverse route to return and catch train home
NN35606643
Distance 5.07 km
Altitude 408 m
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Rating & Reviews
Rating & Reviews
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Written by
Martin Joyce
on 02 Oct 2007:
I didn't climb this route as I was coming from the North. However, I'd just like to recommend the long gentle north-east ridge, which was the way I came. I found this delightful. I give Beinn na Lap top billing as a splendid, well-mannered hill with an extremely pretty summit.
Written by
David Rennie
on 07 Sep 2005:
I would leave this one for good conditions as I wouldnt like to sit at the station for a couple of hours with nothing but rain to look at
Written by
Stephen Graham
on 08 Jun 2003:
An easy munro but very enjoyable due to the isolation and the fantastic views in all directions (one walker in our group commented that he'd located the "EU scenery surplus").
The resturaunt at Corrour halt is good place to laze away the rest of the day until your train arrives.
Written by
Rob Jeffries
on 28 Apr 2003:
A useful aperitif if you are heading down to the end of Loch Ossian and the more challenging Munros beyond. Contrary to the notes there is ample refreshment available at Corrour Station which has a tearoom - nice bacon sandwiches too.
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