b

Arrochar Alps - South

Argyll, Scotland  >  United Kingdom

A range of 'Munro' mountains north of Glasgow, the route from Succoth on Loch Long offers chance of seabirds, waders, woodland and mountain species.

Added* by Iain Crawford
Most recent update 20 marraskuu 2022
This birdingplace has not been rated yet. Click here to be the first to rate this area with 1 to 5 stars

Description

Succoth is at the north end of the tidal Loch Long, thus at low tide there may be meriharakka, ristisorsa, kuovi, suosirri, pulmussirri, metsäviklo, divers, gulls, terns, otters and seals. In the forest and on higher ground look for hippiäinen, pikkukäpylintu, puukiipijä, vihervarpunen, sinisuohaukka, ampuhaukka, suopöllö, sepelrastas, red deer, muuttohaukka, Riekko, teeri, virtavästäräkki and koskikara. Above 2,000 feet there may be mountain hares, kiiruna, keräkurmitsa and pulmunen.

Details

Access

Succoth is on the 'Rest and be thankful' A83 road just north of Arrochar. From Glasgow head north on the A82 then fork left at the A83 junction. Nearest train station Arrochar.

Walk start points other than Succoth are problematic. The Ardgartan Visitor Centre is permanently closed. The Rest and Be Thankful and Butterbridge car parks offer steep climbs over long grass with no recognised path.

There are a choice of climbs, the most challenging being Beinn Ime at 1011metres/3,300ft. Total ascent being 1400 metres, Distance 12 km. Only attempt this if you are fit and experienced at climbing. Be prepared, check the forecast and equip yourself with stout boots, waterproof clothing, food, water, map, compass, charged mobile phone.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Wetland , Mountain , Canyon/cliff , Beach , Mud flats , Scattered trees and bushes , Grassland , Plateau , Moors/heathland , Sea

Conditions

Mountainous , Rocky , Hilly , No shadow

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

Spring , Summer , Autumn

Best time to visit

Summer

Route

Wide path , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Strenuous

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

Links

View other birding spots in the area that are published on Birdingplaces

Map

Top 5 birds

Other birds you can see here

Show more birds Show less birds
Show more images Show less images

Comments & Tips

Give feedback
Rate this area