Ben Vorlich, Loch Earn facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ben Vorlich |
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Ben Vorlich seen from Meall na Feàrna to the southeast
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 985 m (3,232 ft) |
| Prominence | c. 830 m Ranked 27th in British Isles |
| Parent peak | Ben More |
| Listing | Marilyn, Munro |
| Naming | |
| English translation | Hill of the bay |
| Language of name | Gaelic |
| Pronunciation | Gaelic |
| Geography | |
| Location | Loch Earn, Scotland |
| Parent range | Grampian Mountains |
| OS grid | NN629189 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 57 |
Ben Vorlich is a well-known mountain in the southern Highlands of Scotland. Its name comes from Scottish Gaelic and means "Hill of the bay." It is one of Scotland's "Munros", which are mountains over 3,000 feet (914 meters) high. Ben Vorlich is often seen from the lower lands of central Scotland, making it a very familiar peak.
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Explore Ben Vorlich: A Scottish Mountain
Where is Ben Vorlich Located?
Ben Vorlich is found in the southern part of Scotland's Highlands. It sits between two beautiful lochs, which are Scottish lakes. To its north is Loch Earn, and to its west is Loch Lubnaig. The town of Callander is located to the south of the mountain.
How to Climb Ben Vorlich
Many people enjoy hiking up Ben Vorlich. The most common way to climb it starts from a place called Ardvorlich, which is to the north of the mountain.
- Starting the Climb: A clear path leads up a valley called Glen Vorlich.
- Reaching the Ridge: This path then turns towards the mountain's northern ridge.
- To the Top: The summit of Ben Vorlich is about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) from Ardvorlich.
Continuing Your Hike
After reaching the top of Ben Vorlich, many hikers choose to continue their adventure.
- Neighboring Peak: They often walk to a nearby hill called Stùc a' Chroin.
- Connecting Ridge: You can reach Stùc a' Chroin by following Ben Vorlich's southwest ridge.
- Returning to Ardvorlich: It's possible to return to Ardvorlich without climbing Ben Vorlich again. A path goes from the low point between the two hills, around Ben Vorlich's northwestern side, and connects back to the main path you used to go up.
Other Climbing Paths
There are also other ways to climb Ben Vorlich, especially from the southern side.
- Southeastern Ridge: You can go up the mountain using its southeastern ridge.
- Access Points: This route can be started from Glen Artney, which is to the southeast, or from the town of Callander, to the south.
