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Arrochar, Tarbet And Ardlui

The Cobbler (Ben Arthur)

Arrochar, Tarbet And Ardlui

The Cobbler (Ben Arthur)

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The Cobbler (Ben Arthur)

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The Cobbler, or Ben Arthur to give it the anglicised version of its traditional name, shrugs off the fact it is not quite lofty enough to earn Munro status by using an ostentatious display of awesome rock scenery and exhibitionist flair. Despite not reaching the height of its four Munro neighbours, hikes to The Cobbler take you to the crown of the undisputed King of the Arrochar Alps.

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Location: Arrochar, Tarbet And Ardlui, West Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Alex Foxfield

October 19, 2021

Hiking

The Cobbler is one of the most charismatic of all of Scotland's mountains. 100 feet (30 m) shy of Munro status, it manages to outshine its higher neighbours with a …

Dan Hobson

February 12, 2019

Hiking

Ben Arthur — known as the Cobbler — has the most distinctive outline of any mountain in the Southern Highlands and makes a fantastic short day out. Extremely popular, the path on the way up has been improved in recent years and once past the initial zig zags makes a pleasant ascent. Standing at 2,900 feet (884 metres), it is not the tallest mountain but it is dearly loved by many.

Chris✶

September 8, 2020

Hiking

Not the easiest hike but it's a totally different world up there! It can be quite misty but it is still a very rewarding climb!

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