Glen Creran from Elleric up Beinn Fhionnlaidh (Argyll and Bute): route map, distance and time
959 m · Argyll and Bute
Beinn Fhionnlaidh is a 959m Munro above Glen Creran, climbed by a long ridge from Elleric and often paired with Sgurr na h-Ulaidh.
Through the forestry and up the long west ridge to the summit.
Glen Creran from Elleric at a glance
| Distance | 7.2 km one way, to the top |
|---|---|
| Ascent | 952 m |
| Time up | 3h 0m by Naismith's rule |
| There and back | 4h 30m, down the same way |
| Grade | Moderate |
| Start | Elleric car park, Glen Creran |
| Start grid reference | NN 036 488 |
| Summit grid reference | NN 095 497 |
Glen Creran from Elleric map
The start (green) and the summit (blue). Peakify has no GPX track for this route yet, so follow the description and your map.
Height profile and getting to the start
How long Glen Creran from Elleric takes
| Pace | To the top | There and back |
|---|---|---|
| Brisk 6 km/h, 8 min per 100 m up | 2h 30m | 3h 40m |
| Steady (Naismith) 5 km/h, 10 min per 100 m up | 3h 0m | 4h 30m |
| Relaxed 4 km/h, 12 min per 100 m up | 3h 40m | 5h 30m |
Times leave out stops. Coming down the same way, the table counts the ascent once; steep descents on rough ground can be as slow as the climb.
- Today: sunrise 07:20, sunset 16:47. Start by 11:17 to be down before dark, allowing 4h 30m for the walk and an hour for stops.
- Tomorrow: sunrise 07:23, sunset 16:45. Start by 11:15 to be down before dark, allowing 4h 30m for the walk and an hour for stops.
Beinn Fhionnlaidh summit weather for this route
There is no recent summit forecast cached for Beinn Fhionnlaidh right now. The main Beinn Fhionnlaidh page loads the live forecast when you open it. Open the live Beinn Fhionnlaidh forecast.
Before you go, also check: MWIS West Highlands forecast · Met Office mountain forecast · SAIS Glen Coe avalanche report.
About Beinn Fhionnlaidh
Beinn Fhionnlaidh is a 959m Munro above Glen Creran, climbed by a long ridge from Elleric and often paired with Sgurr na h-Ulaidh. More about Beinn Fhionnlaidh, with the live forecast.
On the lists: Munro, Marilyn.
Extend the walk: tops near the summit
- Sgurr na h-Ulaidh (994 m), 2.6 km north-east
Challenges that include Beinn Fhionnlaidh
In an emergency
Call 999, ask for the police and then mountain rescue. Give your location (the start is at NN 036 488, the summit at NN 095 497), what happened and how many are in your group. If you have no signal for a call, a text to 999 works once you have registered your phone with emergencySMS: text "register" to 999 before you go.
Glen Creran from Elleric: questions and answers
How far is Glen Creran from Elleric?
Glen Creran from Elleric is 7.2 km one way to the summit of Beinn Fhionnlaidh, with 952 m of ascent. There and back by the same way is about 14.4 km.
How long does Glen Creran from Elleric take?
About 3h 0m to the summit of Beinn Fhionnlaidh and 4h 30m there and back by Naismith's rule (5 km/h plus 10 minutes per 100 m of ascent), before stops. A relaxed group takes nearer 5h 30m for the round trip.
Where do you park for Glen Creran from Elleric?
Glen Creran from Elleric starts from Elleric car park, Glen Creran. The grid reference is NN 036 488.
Is Glen Creran from Elleric suitable for beginners?
Yes, for fit walkers on a clear day. Peakify grades it Moderate: a long climb on a made path, but the top is high, exposed and colder than the start. Turn back if the cloud comes down and you can't navigate.
What time should I start Glen Creran from Elleric today?
By 11:17 at the latest. Sunset on Beinn Fhionnlaidh today is 16:47, Glen Creran from Elleric takes about 4h 30m there and back, and that leaves an hour for stops. Start earlier in winter or if the forecast turns.
Is there a GPX for Glen Creran from Elleric?
Not yet. The Peakify iPhone app can plan the route and export a GPX (Peakify Pro).