Monday, 11 October 2021
Ben A'an
Where we are
COVID-19 update
- Read our COVID-19 Information in advance of your visit.
- Most of our forests and facilities are open, but use our website to check before you travel.
- Do not light campfires or use disposable barbecues.
- Park considerately, taking care not to park on verges or block gates or roads.
- Take care on or around open water. Find out more on our Water Safety page.
Ben A'an Forest Notice
- Ongoing works to extend the Ben A’an car park and repairs to parts of the hill path started on 28 September. Please stay away from the Ben A’an car park during these works.
- Staying away for the duration will help us complete these works more quickly. Please try an alternative hill such as Ben Venue, Ben Guilipan and Ben an t- Sidhean at Strathyre, or Limecraig or Craigmore which both begin at The Lodge.
- Learn more about the car park plans for Ben A’an.
About
Climb the Trossachs' famous 'mountain in miniature'
Ben A'an's distinctive pointed summit is an iconic sight in the Trossachs landscape. Indeed, its name comes from the Gaelic for 'the small, pointed peak'.
There are panoramic views of Loch Achray from the car park at the foot of the mountain, while the views from the top encompass the nearby lochs and peaks and as far as the Arrochar Alps on the western shore of Loch Lomond.
Activities
Ben A'an hill path
Ben A'an may be a mountain in miniature but the path to the top is steep and strenuous. The summit is at 1,512 feet and it's a round trip of 4.5miles. With that in mind, it's an ideal first climb for budding hillwalkers. Find out more about the route at WalkHighlands.
Watch for wildlife
Keep your eyes and ears open as you explore the woods around Ben A’an. You might spot red and roe deer amongst the trees, or hear the chatter of a red squirrel in the canopy. You’ll probably hear the mewing call of a buzzard circling overhead or, if you’re very lucky, catch a glimpse of the much bigger golden eagle soaring above the peaks.
Facilities and access
The nearest public toilets, shops and places to eat are at nearby Trossachs Pier, on the shore of Loch Katrine.
Car parking information
The charges to park at Ben A'an are:
Payment options: Coin only
- £1 for up to 1 hour
- £3 for all day
- £12 for minibus or coach all day
Please park with care and consideration. In particular please park in designated parking areas only and do not block entrances or gates. Nearby car parks with free parking can be found in our local forest list without the £ symbol.
Annual parking pass available:
- £40 car, £100 mini-bus/coach (valid for 12 months)
- Available in advance by downloading the application form and emailing to the Regional Office or take your completed form and pay at the Lodge Forest Visitor Centre.
- Please read our Annual Pass terms and conditions before applying.
- Valid at the following sites: The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre, Three Lochs Forest Drive, Ben Venue, Ben A'an, Rowardennan, Carron Valley
Blue badge holders park free. Please display your Blue Badge clearly.
Getting here
The car park for Ben A'an is on the A821 between Kilmahog and Aberfoyle, 300m east of the turning to Loch Katrine.
Using SatNav?
FK17 8HY is the nearest postcode.
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