About the trip

Join Hillgoers for a guided ascent of Beinn a’ Chochuill and Beinn Eunaich — a superb high-level ridge walk above Loch Awe in the Southern Highlands. These two neighbouring Munros rise sharply from the head of Loch Awe and form a classic route with outstanding views across Ben Cruachan, Loch Etive a and Glen Coe peaks.

This walk features:
Beinn a’ Chochuill (980 m) - The Hill of the Shell
Beinn Eunaich (989 m) - The Fowling Hill

Expect a satisfying mix of steady climbs, airy ridges, and wide summits that deliver a real sense of height and space.

✅ Why Choose This Walk?

Two Munros in a rewarding, scenic circuit
Big summit views over towards Glen Etive and Ben Cruachan
Led by qualified, experienced Mountain leaders
Ideal for fit hillwalkers and Munro completers
Quiet, less-trodden hills with a remote feel

🥾 Walk Details

Start/Finish: Layby parking on the B8077 just beside Allt Mhoille, turning off A85 near Lochawe.
Distance: Approx. 13.3 km / 8 miles
Ascent: Around 1,200 m
Duration: 6–7 hours
Grade: Level 4 – Find out more about our walk grading here
Group size: Limited to 7 people

🏔️ Route Overview

Begin with a straightforward but sustained ascent of Beinn Eunaich, gaining height quickly and opening up dramatic views. A broad ridge then leads to the neighbouring summit of Beinn a’ Chochuill, with fantastic views down to Loch Etive.

This is a superb day for those who love high, open ridgelines and dramatic west-coast landscapes.

🏡 Local Tips

Stay locally in Lochawe, Taynuilt, or Dalmally for easy access to the surrounding mountains. Visit the dramatic Cruachan Dam, enjoy a meal by Loch Awe, or explore the fascinating history of St Conan’s Kirk.

Looking to link this with other Argyll Munros? We can help design a multi-day itinerary.

📅 Book Your Guided Walk

Book a scheduled event with us via the pop up, or reach out to design a perfect tailor-made experience for you.
👉 Contact us to arrange a bespoke date or create a custom hillwalking itinerary.
👉 Or visit our Guided Walks page to discover more adventures with Hillgoers.

Additional Information

Meet Time & Location

Meet at Layby parking on the B8077 just beside Allt Mhoille, turning off A85 near Lochawe.at 8am.

Joining Details & Kit

Joining details, participation forms and kit lists will be sent out the week before the walk.

Please have a look in our shop, we can post or deliver items to you at the event. All participants receive a 15% discount on goods (except gift vouchers, sale items and books).

Please contact us for any additional information.

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