Ben A’an is the Southern Highland’s quintessential mountain-in-miniature. Hikes to Ben A’an take you to a gloriously pointed apex with simply epic views to the tumultuous skyline beyond Loch Katrine. You’ll be pinching yourself that such a wonderful and easy to reach summit exists; it’s pure perfection for an exciting first foray into the hills for the kids. And all of this is right in the heart of the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park.

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Location: Trossachs, Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Dan Hobson

February 12, 2019

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Ben A’an stands at 1,491 feet (454 m) tall and is located between Loch Katrine and Loch Achray. Although it is not particularly high, its position at the heart of the Trossachs makes it a truly wonderful viewpoint that has a special place in the hearts of so many people.

R B

July 31, 2019

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Great little climb. Best to go up and down from the Ben A'an car park. If you come back down on the West side to Loch Katrine it is quite difficult due to steepness, boggy ground, fallen trees and over grown invisible path, keep to the left of the deer fencing and go down left side of plantation

Neil Henderson 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

October 13, 2018

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The hill hides its view until the last moment, stunning views across Loch Katrine

Awesome view .. even in bad weather conditions.

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1. Ben A'an from Loch Achray — Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park

4.02km

02:22

320m

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2. Ben A'an Trail

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Hike the Ben A'an Trail for a difficult 4.0 miles (6.5 km) climb to panoramic views of Loch Katrine and the Trossachs.

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3. View of Loch Achray – View of Loch Katrine loop from Loch Achray

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03:10

420m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 400 m

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Location: Trossachs, Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

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View of Loch Katrine from the summit of Ben A'an

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