Beinn Lora

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Where we are

Temporary closures are expected over the next several weeks affecting the Trails at Beinn Lora. From 2 February 2025 to 26 February 2025, full day closures should be expected on site fairly frequently. Please follow all safety information on site. It may be best not to plan a visit during this period as access can not be guaranteed.
These closures are to facilitate access for machinery and equipment to the worksite above the A828. Information about this essential work can be found at Bear Scotland

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Young woman with small dog walking on coastal trail with forest in background, near Beinn Lora, Benderloch

Man in orange jacket wearing haversack walking on coastal trail with loch in background, near Beinn Lora, Benderloch

Man and two woman sit at picnic bench with views of Ardmucknish Bay in background, near Beinn Lora, Benderloch

A walking path through a open ferned area overlooking the ocean

A bench overlooking the ocean and conifer forest

A walking path up a cleared hillside with orange ferns

Panoramic views of North Argyll and beyond

The challenging climb through the varied woods at the foot of Beinn Lora is richly rewarded. The truly panoramic views are among the most memorable in Argyll. From the Eagle’s Eyrie you can look over Benderloch to the Morvern Peninsula, Mull and Lismore.

Beyond the forest gate, the route to the summit of Beinn Lora is across open ground and often boggy but well worth the effort.

Walking trails

Beinn Lora route card (PDF)

Walking

Coastal Climb Trail

A short pull up the steep craggy hillside above Benderloch yields some great sea views across Tralee Bay and the Lynn of Lorn.

Wide, firm but uneven gravel and earth surface. Long steep slopes with some loose sections.

1 miles / 1.8 km

Allow ¾ hour

Walking

Eagle’s Eyrie Trail

Feel on top of the world at the breath-taking bird’s eye viewpoint on this steep but spectacular trail on the slopes of Beinn Lora.

Long steep slopes for 500m. Wide, firm gravel and stone surface with some uneven and loose sections.

2 miles / 3.3 km

Allow 1 ½ hours

More information

The breath-taking view from the Eyrie takes in Mull, the Lyne of Lorne, Lismore, the Morven peninsula and the hills north towards Appin. Higher still, at the forest edge, you’ll also see the gate which leads onto the open hill to reach the summit of Beinn Lora.

Activities

Climb Beinn Lora

Our Eagle’s Eyrie trail is also the start of the hill walking path to Beinn Lora. The summit isn’t very high – just 1,010 feet (308m) – but the views over the coast and islands, and back down Loch Etive to the Ben Cruachan range, are well worth the effort! (This is an unmarked route suitable for fit and experienced hill walkers only.)

Hill running

These trails are also very popular with local hill runners looking for a strenuous workout.

Facilities and access

Viewpoint

Walking

Parking

Picnic area

There's a small shop, petrol station and seasonal café in Benderloch.

Car parking information

There is no charge to park in this car park. Please park with care and consideration. In particular please park in designated parking areas only and do not block entrances or gates.

More about parking

Getting here

Beinn Lora car park can be found at the south end of Benderloch village, just to the right of the petrol station.

National Cycle Route 78 passes nearby.

Using SatNav?

PA37 1QN is the nearest postcode.

Public transport

Regular buses between Oban and Fort William stop in Benderloch. They also stop at Connel, which is the nearest railway station. Find details at Traveline Scotland.

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