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The Arrochar Alps are a range of 'Munro' hills near Glasgow, popular for hiking. At the northend, Beinn Vorlich's highland birds are reached from Loch Lomond.
A great range of birds may be seen between Loch Lomond and the summit of Beinn Vorlich. ledňáček říční, volavka popelavá, dabbling ducks and others on the loch may be seen from the viewing platform. The ascent passes through woodland with králíček obecný, woodpeckers, křivka obecná, brhlík lesní, pine marten, red and grey squirrels and šoupálek dlouhoprstý. Above the treeline, skřivan polní, linduška luční, skorec vodní, kulík zlatý, konipas horský, pisík obecný, bělořit šedý, Bělokur rousný, dřemlík tundrový, sokol stěhovavý, red deer, mountain hare and tetřívek obecný may be seen. The summit of Beinn Vorlich at 3,113ft/943 metres is likely to have bělokur horský, orel skalní, krkavec velký, kulík hnědý and sněhule severní.
From Glasgow drive north on the A82. Inveruglas is 4 miles beyond the A82/A83 junction. Nearest train station is at Arrochar. The ascent is 960 metres and return trip is 8miles/13 km. Be prepared - equip yourself with stout boots, waterproof clothing, map, compass, charged mobile phone, food, water, and details of the weather forecast.
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