The Cobbler South-East Ridge

Arrochar, Tarbet And Ardlui

The Cobbler South-East Ridge

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The Cobbler South-East Ridge

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Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

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

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March 6, 2022

Hiking

This is an alternative to the tourist route. The climb up from dam can be boggy but once it's much firmer on the ridge. You'll have nice views down Loch Long and over to The Brack. There's nothing tricky on the way to the summit, though it's rocky and steep around the South Peak.

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August 2, 2025

Hiking

CAUTION from stage 3 onwards, and especially from the bridge. The end of the proposed route is entirely muddy, sometimes dangerous and simply unpleasant. Storm Eowyn has blurred the paths and brought down trees. Prefer the main route.

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The Cobbler — A circuit from Succoth

10.2km

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Embark on a rewarding hike up The Cobbler, also known as Ben Arthur, a distinctive mountain in the Arrochar Alps. This moderate circuit from Succoth covers 6.3 miles (10.2 km) with a significant elevation gain of 2705 feet (824 metres), typically taking around 4 hours and 23 minutes to complete. You will start on a well-maintained path through forestry, which soon transitions to rough mountain tracks with increasingly steep and rocky sections as you ascend, offering panoramic views of Loch Long and the village of Arrochar, with the Narnain Boulders serving as a familiar landmark.

Planning your visit is straightforward, as parking is readily available at Succoth, making it an accessible day trip from cities like Glasgow. While the trail is generally considered an easy hillwalk in favorable conditions, its difficulty can change significantly with the seasons. If you plan to hike in winter, be prepared for a challenging environment that may require proper gear like crampons and ice axes.

The Cobbler is renowned for its unique, jagged profile, often said to resemble a cobbler bending over his last, making it one of the most recognizable peaks in the Southern Highlands. A highlight for many is the scramble to the true highest point, involving a feature known as "threading the needle." This is not technically difficult but requires confidence and should be avoided in poor weather, adding to the mountain's appeal despite its Corbett status.

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