OverviewBen Vorlich is located just south of Loch Earn in Stirlingshire. There are only three Munros within the direct vacinity of Loch Earn. The popularity of this peak is seen to its worst by the level of erosion thats its trade route path has suffered over the years.
Ben Vorlich stands at 3232feet high and is listed as number 165 in the Munros table.
The translation Of Ben Vorlich(pronounced: Byn Vorlich) from Gaelic is Hill of the Bay. This name comes from its position next to Loch Earn. The main ridge runs from south-east to north-west with the actual summit being a flot topped ridge around a hundred metres long, with the trig point at its north-west end and a cairn at the other end(983m). As the the north-west end drops down from its level top, two further ridges branch off. The south-west ridge of the two drops down to the Bealach an Dubh Choirein. This bealach separates Ben Vorlich from Stuc a'Chroin.
Your best starting position for an ascent of Ben Vorlich is by way of the hill path at the rear of Ardvorlich house in Ardvorlich.
Approx time taken: 5 to 6 hours.Getting ThereFrom Glasgow - Take the M80 (eventually merges into the M9) to Stirling. Then take the A84 to Callandar.
From Edinburgh - Take the M9 to Stirling. Then take the A84 to Callander.
From Callander follow the A84 onwards for 13 miles until turning left (signposted South Loch Earn) and continue along the single track road for 4 mile until reaching Ardvorlich (minimal parking available). The trade route path starts directly behind Ardvorlich house.
Red TapeAs with all of the mountains in Scotland there is no red tape.
Where to stayThe best base for Ben Vorlich is Callendar.
There are numerous places to stay in Callendar Callander Scotland Visitor Information .
There are also a variety of Caravan and camping sites in the area.
Wild camping can be done on the shores of Loch Earn.
Maps and BooksLandranger map 51 and 57, OS map explorer 368, The Munros book by Cameron McNeish page 29 and 30, The Southern Highlands (Scottish Mountaineering Club District Guide book) page 142 to 146.Mountain conditionsBen Vorlich is accessible all year round however, as you can get four seasons in one day in Scotland, care should be taken at all times.
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