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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · Central Scotland

Beinn Odhar

In or near Bridge of Orchy.

Free admission

Beinn Odhar — Named summit at 901 m.

Beinn Odhar, mountains & hills in Central Scotland

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Upper Tyndrum · 3.7 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Beinn Odhar is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 901 m.". Coordinates: 56.4677°, -4.7004°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Beinn Odhar is a Scottish mountain situated at the northern extremity of the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. It stands four km (2.5 mi) north of Tyndrum, a location with which it has strong ties, being well seen from the village. The mountain lies on the border between Argyll and Bute and Stirling council areas within the Auch and Invermeran estate.

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Background

Description

Beinn Odhar reaches a height of 901 metres (2956 feet) making it the 18th highest Corbett, failing to make Munro status by just 13 metres. The hill also qualifies as a Marilyn having a considerable prominence of 457 metres making it an excellent viewpoint. The grassy, steep, conical shape of Beinn Odhar is a well-known sight for vehicles travelling on the A82 road and for walkers on the West Highland Way, both of which pass on the immediate western side of the mountain. Beinn Odhar stands four km south of the Munro Beinn Dorain, both mountains being similar in shape and character and the possibility of confusing the two peaks by a cursory glance is not impossible. Beinn Odhar is part of the…

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Coordinates
56.4677, -4.7004
Address
Argyll and Bute/Stirling, Scotland
Nearest railway station
Upper Tyndrum3.7 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Beinn Odhar?
Beinn Odhar is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
What is Beinn Odhar?
Beinn Odhar — Named summit at 901 m.
How do I get to Beinn Odhar?
The nearest railway station is Upper Tyndrum, about 3.7 km away. Its coordinates are 56.4677°, -4.7004°.
Is Beinn Odhar free to visit?
Yes, Beinn Odhar is free to enter.
How do I get to Beinn Odhar?
The nearest railway station is Upper Tyndrum, about 3.7 km away.