I'd previously climbed Ben Cruachan on its own a couple of years ago but ran out of time to do the full horseshoe (abandoned as I'd read the time wrong and thought I'd miss my bus).
As I'd no desire to redo Cruachan I looked up alternative routes and found a good one from near Dalmally that would also allow me to bag Beinn a'Bhuiridh as well
This route gives fine views of neighbouring Munro's Beinn a'Chochuill, Beinn Eunaich and Ben Cruachan and would be ideal for anyone who would struggle doing the full Cruachan horseshoe
Warning
Please note that hillwalking when there is snow lying requires an ice-axe, crampons and the knowledge, experience and skill to use them correctly. Summer routes may not be viable or appropriate in winter. See winter information on our skills and safety pages for more information.