Ben Oss

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Ben Oss

Descending by the Allt Coire Gaothaich
Descending by the Allt Coire Gaothaich Credit: Andy Waddington

Ben Oss is a prominent hill located in the Perthshire region of Scotland. It is part of the southern Highlands and lies within the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. With an elevation of 1,029 meters (3,376 feet), it is classified as a Munro, which means it is a mountain over 3,000 feet in height.

The hill is situated in a remote and rugged area, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. It is often visited by hikers and climbers who are seeking a challenging but rewarding outdoor experience. There are several routes to reach the summit, with the most popular being the ascent from Glen Cononish. This route takes you through open moorland, steep slopes, and rocky terrain, providing a thrilling adventure for outdoor enthusiasts.

At the summit of Ben Oss, hikers are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, including its neighboring Munro, Ben Lui. On clear days, it is possible to see as far as Loch Lomond and the Arrochar Alps. The hill is also known for its diverse wildlife, including red deer, golden eagles, and ptarmigan, providing nature enthusiasts with a chance to spot some remarkable creatures.

While Ben Oss is a challenging climb, it is suitable for experienced hikers who are well-prepared and equipped. It is advisable to check weather conditions before embarking on the ascent, as the hill can be subject to rapidly changing weather patterns. Overall, Ben Oss offers a thrilling and rewarding experience for those seeking to explore the breathtaking Scottish Highlands.

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Ben Oss Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.38932/-4.7755613 or Grid Reference NN2825. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Descending by the Allt Coire Gaothaich
Descending by the Allt Coire Gaothaich
Allt Coire Gaothaich
Allt Coire Gaothaich
The upper reaches of Glen Cononish Looking across the Allt an Rund towards Coire Laoigh.
The upper reaches of Glen Cononish
Looking across the Allt an Rund towards Coire Laoigh.
The path into Coire Gaothach (This is an approximate location.)
The path into Coire Gaothach
(This is an approximate location.)
Looking out of Coire Gaothach The Allt Coire Ghaothaich can be seen.
Looking out of Coire Gaothach
The Allt Coire Ghaothaich can be seen.
Bealach Buidhe
Bealach Buidhe
Path on Ben Oss
Path on Ben Oss
Burn below Ben Oss
Burn below Ben Oss
Bealach Buidhe Looking from slopes of Ben Oss towards Beinn Dubhchraig.
Bealach Buidhe
Looking from slopes of Ben Oss towards Beinn Dubhchraig.
Ben Oss summit cairn Stonehaven Mountaineering & Hillwalking club 4 summit on Ben Oss Munro #58 for me
Ben Oss summit cairn
Stonehaven Mountaineering & Hillwalking club 4 summit on Ben Oss Munro #58 for me
Mountain Lochan Lochans at Bealach Buidhe on the trek between 2 summits
Mountain Lochan
Lochans at Bealach Buidhe on the trek between 2 summits
Ben Oss viewed from Beinn Chuirn Ben Oss (usually translated as mountain of the elk - an animal extinct in Scotland since around 1300) is overshadowed by its bigger, grander neighbour Ben Lui but there is a good view of it across Cononish Glen from the climb to Beinn Chuirn
Ben Oss viewed from Beinn Chuirn
Ben Oss (usually translated as mountain of the elk - an animal extinct in Scotland since around 1300) is overshadowed by its bigger, grander neighbour Ben Lui but there is a good view of it across Cononish Glen from the climb to Beinn Chuirn
On Stob an Tighe Aird, Ben Lui The ridge, one of the encircling arms of Coire Gaothach, provides an interesting scramble approach to the summit of the mountain. The rock on the upper parts is loose though and not to be fully trusted.
On Stob an Tighe Aird, Ben Lui
The ridge, one of the encircling arms of Coire Gaothach, provides an interesting scramble approach to the summit of the mountain. The rock on the upper parts is loose though and not to be fully trusted.
Allt Coire Ghaothaich Looking up into the coire with Stob an Tighe Aird on the left and the twin summits of Ben Lui above.
Allt Coire Ghaothaich
Looking up into the coire with Stob an Tighe Aird on the left and the twin summits of Ben Lui above.
The upper part of Stob an Tighe Aird, Ben Lui The ridge, one of the encircling arms of Coire Gaothach, provides an interesting scramble approach to the summit of the mountain. The rock on the upper parts is loose though and not to be fully trusted.
The upper part of Stob an Tighe Aird, Ben Lui
The ridge, one of the encircling arms of Coire Gaothach, provides an interesting scramble approach to the summit of the mountain. The rock on the upper parts is loose though and not to be fully trusted.
Rock outcrop, Beinn Dubhcraig On the west ridge of the mountain.  Loch Lomond can be seen in the distance on the right of the photo.
Rock outcrop, Beinn Dubhcraig
On the west ridge of the mountain. Loch Lomond can be seen in the distance on the right of the photo.
Looking down Coire Gaothach A view from the higher corrie over the crags of Coire Gaothach to Ben Oss.  Can anyone else see the face in the rocks?  Taken while looking for the sources of River Tay.
Looking down Coire Gaothach
A view from the higher corrie over the crags of Coire Gaothach to Ben Oss. Can anyone else see the face in the rocks? Taken while looking for the sources of River Tay.
Stob an Tighe Aird Ben Lui (centre), Stob an Tighe Aird (left) and Stob Garbh (right).
Stob an Tighe Aird
Ben Lui (centre), Stob an Tighe Aird (left) and Stob Garbh (right).
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Ben Oss is located at Grid Ref: NN2825 (Lat: 56.38932, Lng: -4.7755613)

Unitary Authority: Stirling

Police Authority: Forth Valley

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Located within 500m of 56.38932,-4.7755613
Ben Oss
Description: Hill of the elk
Ele: 1029
Marilyn: yes
Munro: yes
Munro Number: M101
Name Gd: Beinn Ois
Natural: peak
Prominence: 342
Source: GPS survey
Source Ele: GPS survey
Wikidata: Q3397500
Wikipedia: en:Ben Oss
Lat/Long: 56.3893211/-4.7754019
Coire Garbh
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 56.3890389/-4.7683271
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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