Ben Lawers Walk
Distance: 6 miles/ 9.5km
Approximate Time: 300 minutes
Height Gain: 1000 metres
Further Info: OS Landranger Map 51
Ben Lawers is the highest mountain in Perthshire and the tenth highest in Scotland and, on a clear day, has summit views from the Atlantic to the North Sea. The National Trust for Scotland Mountain Visitor Centre has a large car park which marks the start of the most popular route of ascent to the top. The well worn path climbs up by the Edramucky Burn and then onto steeper grassy slopes as, first Beinn Ghlas, and then Lawers itself are reached. Return by the same route. The Ben Lawers range has seven Munros (a Scottish mountain over 3000ft) linked bv a twisting ridge and offers many great routes for experienced walkers. Much of the range is designated as a National Nature Reserve in recognition of the unique range of arctic – alpine plants found on the slopes. Visitor Centre open May to September. Nature Trails and guided walks in summer.
Related Links
Helpful books on walking in Perthshire
Visit Scotland Perthshire - source of above walk information
The Official Walking Site of Scotland's National Tourism Organisation
In and Around Aberfeldy
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