Beinn Tarsuinn, Arran
Beinn Tarsuinn is the most southerly Corbett peak on a ridge traverse of the summits above Glen Rosa and Glen Sannox.
Beinn Tarsuinn, Arran
| Height | 826m |
| Prominence | 237m |
| Meaning | transverse mountain |
| Lists | Corbetts (C119) |
| Location | Isle of Arran, Argyll and Kintyre |
| Grid Ref | NR959412 |
| Lat/Lon | 55.62148, -5.24208 |
Beinn Tarsuinn is the most southerly Corbett on Arran, its crests twist and turn above east facing crags overlooking Coire a' Bhradain. The hill's west facing slopes are much gentler by comparison. When hiking along its crest, a curious granite rock formation is encountered - 'The Old Man of Tarsuinn' - which can be seen on the skyline from Brodick below.
Beinn Tarsuinn, along with Beinn Nuis and Beinn a' Chliabhain, form the Three Beinn's Horseshoe which in the main, makes for a short delightful afternoon's hike.
On a grander scale is the full ridge traverse from Brodick to Sannox or the Glen Rosa Horseshoe, both of which have some fine rock-scrambling options that are avoidable if preferred.
Routes up Beinn Tarsuinn
Glen Rosa Horseshoe | |
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Hillwalking route above Glen Rosa on Arran, a circuit of Corbetts Caisteal Abhail, Beinn Tarsuinn, Cir Mhor and Goatfell with some granite scrambling. Peaks : 4 Corbetts
Ascent : 2200m (7220ft) Distance : 21km (13m) Time : 9hr* | |
Nearby hills and mountains
* Times shown are estimates – see timing notes on the disclaimer page for more information.
