Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Ben Arthur
In or near Tarbet.
Ben Arthur — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
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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
- Arrochar and Tarbet · 5.4 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Ben Arthur is a named hill or mountain in scotland highlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Ben Arthur is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. Known for its distinctive rocky summit, it is a popular destination for hikers and climbers. The mountain offers various trails, ranging from moderate to challenging, with scenic views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can expect a rugged terrain typical of the Highlands, making it suitable for outdoor enthusiasts.
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- Coordinates
- 56.2128, -4.8088
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- G83 7AS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- Nearest railway station
- Arrochar and Tarbet — 5.4 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-2657009 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ben Arthur?
- Ben Arthur is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode G83 7AS).
- What is Ben Arthur?
- Ben Arthur — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Ben Arthur?
- The nearest railway station is Arrochar and Tarbet, about 5.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode G83 7AS.
- How do I get to Ben Arthur?
- The nearest railway station is Arrochar and Tarbet, about 5.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G83 7AS.