Beinn Luibhean

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Very much in the shadow of its higher neighbour Beinn Ime, Beinn Luibhean is something of a Cinderella amongst the Arrochar Alps. Its ascent provides a short, mostly pathless but steep and grassy hillwalk from part way up the Rest and Be Thankful Pass.

Terrain

Path initially, then steep, pathless, mostly grassy slopes.

Public Transport

Buses pass along the A83 but it's unlikely they will let you get on or off at the start point.

Start

Small parking area at NN242060. Open start point in Google Maps for directions.

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Walk Statistics

Distance: 4.5km / 2.75 miles
Time: 3 - 4 hours
Ascent: 674m (Profile)
Start Grid Ref: NN242060

Summits Climbed

Corbett: Beinn Luibhean

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Walk Description

Stage 1

There is a small parking area off the north side of the A83 immediately below the bridge over the Croe Water. Begin the walk by heading through the gate at the back of the parking area, and crossing the metal bridge over the burn. From here a path leads round to the left and then curves back to the right to climb to a gate and the open hillside. Continue up the path as it runs parallel to the burn initially.

Stage 2

The path keeps above the burn, so choose a convenient place to leave it and instead head up the pathless grassy slopes of Beinn Luibhean's broad south ridge. It is straightforward to avoid any outcropping rock.

Stage 3

The views improve with every step. The Brack and Ben Donich look fine across the glen, whilst looking back the Cobbler takes on a different appearance from this unfamiliar side; next to it is Beinn Narnain, and Beinn Ime rising above all.

Stage 4

The summit is a tiny plateau above a small outcrop, and has stunning aerial views down to Loch Restil and the Rest and Be Thankful road, backed by Beinn an Lochain.

Stage 5

Unless intent on a longer traverse, perhaps including Beinn Ime, the most convenient return is to retrace your steps.

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