Glas Bheinn Mhor

Glas Bheinn Mhor

Munro peak east of Glen Etive

Seen from Glen Etive, Glas Bheinn Mhor is a cone-shaped peak standing on the ridge travelling east from Ben Starav.


Glas Bheinn Mhor


Height997.7m
Prominence231m
Meaningbig greenish-grey mountain
ListsMunro, 145
LocationEast of Loch Etive, Northwest Argyll and Appin
Grid RefNN153430
Lat/Lon56.54206, -5.00581


In the rugged landscape east of Loch Etive and north of Glen Kinglass, Glas Bheinn Mhor stands on the ridge running from Ben Starav to Stob Coir' an Albannaich. Seen from Glen Etive, Glas Bheinn Mhor appears symetrical as it overlooks burns and waterfalls travelling down the River Etive below.

There are many possible route choices when planning hiking up Glas Bheinn Mhor, with most options beginning with a sea-level start from the head of Loch Etive. Alternatively, an approach could be made from Victoria Bridge by Loch Tulla to the east.



Routes up Glas Bheinn Mhor


East of Glen Etive

Ben Starav is the dominant peak in a range of peaks east of Loch Etive. Following crests, this circular route takes in all five Munros.

Peaks : 5 Munros

Ascent : 2560m (8400ft)
Distance : 25km (16m)
Time : 10:30hr

Ben Starav and neighbours

A fine route above the eastern shores of Loch Etive, passing waterfalls and leading up to Ben Starav and its immediate Munro neighbours.

Peaks : 3 Munros, options to shorten

Ascent : 2000m (6560ft)
Distance : 21km (13m)
Time : 8:30hr



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