Benvane facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Benvane |
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| Scottish Gaelic: Beinn Bhàn | |
Benvane from its south ridge
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 821 m (2,694 ft) |
| Prominence | 215 metres (705 ft) |
| Parent peak | Ben Ledi |
| Listing | Corbett, Marilyn |
| Naming | |
| English translation | White Mountain |
| Language of name | Gaelic |
| Geography | |
| Location | Stirling, Scotland |
| Parent range | Trossachs |
| OS grid | NN535137 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 57 |
Benvane (which means White Mountain in Gaelic) is a cool mountain in the Trossachs area of Scotland. It's located in the Stirling region. This mountain is part of the amazing Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. It also sits within the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park. The very top of Benvane is on the edge of the Trossachs National Nature Reserve.
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Exploring Benvane: A Scottish Mountain
Benvane stands tall at 821 metres (2,694 ft) high. It's known as a Corbett. A Corbett is a Scottish mountain that is between 2,500 and 3,000 feet (762 to 914 metres) high. Benvane is connected by a ridge to another nearby Corbett called Ben Ledi.
Where is Benvane Located?
This mountain is found in the beautiful Trossachs region of Scotland. The Trossachs is famous for its stunning lochs (lakes), forests, and hills. Benvane is a key part of this natural landscape. It's a great place for outdoor adventures.
How to Climb Benvane
There are several ways to climb Benvane. You can even combine different paths to make a circular walk. This means you can start and end in the same place.
Routes from the South
One way to reach the top is from the south. You can follow a long ridge that connects Benvane to Ben Ledi. You can get to this ridge by climbing Ben Ledi first. Or, you can go directly to the low point between the two peaks. This can be done from Stank Glen, which is on the west side of the ridge. You would start near Loch Lubaig. Another option is from Brig o' Turk. From there, you go past the Glen Finglas reservoir and through Glen Casaig. Brig o' Turk is also a starting point for a direct climb up Benvane's south ridge.
Routes from the North
If you prefer starting from the north, there are paths from Strathyre. You can also find routes from Glen Buckie, which is near Balquhidder. These northern paths usually lead up the hill's north ridge.
Who Owns the Land Around Benvane?
The ridge that connects Ben Ledi and Benvane marks an important boundary. On one side is the West Strathyre estate. This land is owned by Forestry and Land Scotland. On the other side is the Glen Finglas Estate. This area belongs to the Woodland Trust. Both organizations help protect and manage these natural spaces.
