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Ben A'an

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Ben A'an

SS Sir Walter Scott, the engine room Looking down from the main deck.
SS Sir Walter Scott, the engine room Credit: Alan Murray-Rust

Ben A'an is a prominent hill located in Perthshire, Scotland. It stands at an elevation of 454 meters (1,491 feet) and is part of the Trossachs region, which is known for its stunning natural beauty. The hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The ascent to the summit of Ben A'an is relatively short, but it can be steep and challenging in certain sections. The trail starts from a car park near Loch Achray and follows a well-marked path that leads through dense woodlands. As climbers make their way up, they traverse rocky terrain and encounter some rocky steps, adding a sense of adventure to the hike.

Upon reaching the summit, climbers are rewarded with magnificent views over Loch Katrine and the surrounding Trossachs National Park. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Ben Lomond mountain range, Loch Lomond, and even the city of Stirling.

Due to its accessibility and stunning vistas, Ben A'an has become a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike. It provides an excellent opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to experience the beauty of the Scottish countryside without having to undertake a more arduous and lengthy climb. Whether it is a casual stroll or a challenging hike, Ben A'an offers a rewarding experience for all who venture to its summit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 56.243787/-4.4105338 or Grid Reference NN5008. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

SS Sir Walter Scott, the engine room Looking down from the main deck.
SS Sir Walter Scott, the engine room
Looking down from the main deck.
SS Sir Walter Scott at Loch Katrine Pier - 1998 This shows the vessel before the addition of the forward deck cabin and the new funnel <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6858686" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6858686">Link</a> – not – in my opinion – an improvement.
SS Sir Walter Scott at Loch Katrine Pier - 1998
This shows the vessel before the addition of the forward deck cabin and the new funnel Link – not – in my opinion – an improvement.
Sad view of the SS Sir Walter Scott Tied up and awaiting new boiler and other repairs, the venerable steam ship looks unlikely to be in service in summer 2022.
Sad view of the SS Sir Walter Scott
Tied up and awaiting new boiler and other repairs, the venerable steam ship looks unlikely to be in service in summer 2022.
View of Loch Katrine leaving the pier
View of Loch Katrine leaving the pier
The Lady of the Lake leaves Trossachs Pier for an excursion on Loch Katrine
The Lady of the Lake leaves Trossachs Pier for an excursion on Loch Katrine
The waters from the Glen Finglas Reservoir, 2 miles to the east, enter Loch Katrine
The waters from the Glen Finglas Reservoir, 2 miles to the east, enter Loch Katrine
Eilean Molach (Ellen's Isle) in Loch Katrine The home of Ellen, Sir Walter Scott's heroine in his epic poem "The Lady of the Lake".
Eilean Molach (Ellen's Isle) in Loch Katrine
The home of Ellen, Sir Walter Scott's heroine in his epic poem "The Lady of the Lake".
The parting of the ways Two forestry tracks at a junction above Loch Katrine.
The parting of the ways
Two forestry tracks at a junction above Loch Katrine.
The path up from Loch Katrine This path is on what is called "The Primrose Route" - and there certainly were primroses.
The path up from Loch Katrine
This path is on what is called "The Primrose Route" - and there certainly were primroses.
The Loch Katrine road, squeezed between steep ground and the water's edge Note the typical water-board metal fencing.
The Loch Katrine road, squeezed between steep ground and the water's edge
Note the typical water-board metal fencing.
Waterfall on the Achray Water The Achray Water splits into two separate parts upstream from here and these join up again downstream. This is therefore only about half of the full flow, but still produces impressive falls.
Waterfall on the Achray Water
The Achray Water splits into two separate parts upstream from here and these join up again downstream. This is therefore only about half of the full flow, but still produces impressive falls.
Island in Loch Katrine This un-named island did not exist until Loch Katrine's water level was raised in 1902 and again in 1919. The tiny island nearer the camera (Otter Island) did exist before the changes in levels, but is much smaller in extent than previously.
Island in Loch Katrine
This un-named island did not exist until Loch Katrine's water level was raised in 1902 and again in 1919. The tiny island nearer the camera (Otter Island) did exist before the changes in levels, but is much smaller in extent than previously.
Islands in Loch Katrine The larger (un-named) island did not exist until Loch Katrine's water level was raised in 1902 and again in 1919. The tiny island nearer the camera (Otter Island) did exist before the changes in levels, but is much smaller in extent than previously.
Islands in Loch Katrine
The larger (un-named) island did not exist until Loch Katrine's water level was raised in 1902 and again in 1919. The tiny island nearer the camera (Otter Island) did exist before the changes in levels, but is much smaller in extent than previously.
SS Sir Walter Scott The SS Sir Walter Scott is the fourth steamship to plough the waters of Loch Katrine and was launched in 1900.
SS Sir Walter Scott
The SS Sir Walter Scott is the fourth steamship to plough the waters of Loch Katrine and was launched in 1900.
Walkers on wide path, Loch Katrine 1968 A wide tarmac path in the Trossachs, here a family are walking seven abreast. Photo from car park at end of road to the loch.
Walkers on wide path, Loch Katrine 1968
A wide tarmac path in the Trossachs, here a family are walking seven abreast. Photo from car park at end of road to the loch.
Timber stacks by Loch Katrine, 1968 A pile of timber just by the car park.
Timber stacks by Loch Katrine, 1968
A pile of timber just by the car park.
SS Sir Walter Scott Loch Katrine At Trossachs Pier on Loch Katrine
SS Sir Walter Scott Loch Katrine
At Trossachs Pier on Loch Katrine
Ellen's Isle, Loch Katrine Taken from the path along the north shore of Loch Katrine. Meal Gaothach on skyline?
Ellen's Isle, Loch Katrine
Taken from the path along the north shore of Loch Katrine. Meal Gaothach on skyline?
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Ben A'an is located at Grid Ref: NN5008 (Lat: 56.243787, Lng: -4.4105338)

Unitary Authority: Stirling

Police Authority: Forth Valley

Also known as: Binnein

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