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Arrochar Alps - North

Argyll, Scotland  >  United Kingdom

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.

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Most recent update 20 marraskuu 2022
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Description

A great range of birds may be seen between Loch Lomond and the summit of Beinn Vorlich. kuningaskalastaja, harmaahaikara, dabbling ducks and others on the loch may be seen from the viewing platform. The ascent passes through woodland with hippiäinen, woodpeckers, pikkukäpylintu, pähkinänakkeli, pine marten, red and grey squirrels and puukiipijä. Above the treeline, kiuru, niittykirvinen, koskikara, kapustarinta, virtavästäräkki, rantasipi, kivitasku, Riekko, ampuhaukka, muuttohaukka, red deer, mountain hare and teeri may be seen. The summit of Beinn Vorlich at 3,113ft/943 metres is likely to have kiiruna, maakotka, korppi, keräkurmitsa and pulmunen.

Details

Access

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.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Scattered trees and bushes , Moors/heathland , Lake , Mountain , Canyon/cliff

Conditions

Hilly , Rocky , Mountainous , Open landscape

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

Spring , Summer

Best time to visit

Summer

Route

Wide path , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Strenuous

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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