Cruachan Dam – Ben Cruachan Approach loop from Loch Awe
Cruachan Dam – Ben Cruachan Approach loop from Loch Awe
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Cruachan Dam – Ben Cruachan Approach loop from Loch Awe
06:58
17.7km
950m
Hiking
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: October 15, 2026
Tips
Includes segments that may be dangerous
Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.
After 6.74 km for 1.23 km
After 8.03 km for 1.53 km
After 9.62 km for 399 m
After 10.6 km for 314 m
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
126 m
St Conan's Kirk
Highlight • Religious Site
5.15 km
Cruachan Dam
Highlight • Viewpoint
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8.70 km
Ben Cruachan Approach
Highlight • Viewpoint
13.0 km
View of the Loch Awe Viaduct
Highlight • Viewpoint
13.3 km
View of Cruachan Dam
Highlight • Viewpoint
17.7 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
9.32 km
3.88 km
3.22 km
760 m
479 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
8.41 km
4.73 km
3.03 km
1.47 km
< 100 m
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Monday 19 October
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