This is a fabulous mountain walk in the unique hills of Arran, with some interesting scrambling terrain. The round takes in three mountains of the finest granite, including Beinn Tarsuinn, one of the island's Corbetts. The views from this ridge walk around the rest of the Glen Rosa skyline are sublime, and you'll also get a peak out westwards to the quiet Pirnmill Hills too. It's a shorter, easier option than the nearby Glen Rosa circuit, but equally worthwhile.
As you say a fantastic route but in my opinion it is better going anti clockwise taking Chliabhain 1st. The views are better, the gradient is gentler and the slight scramble is easier going up. Either way a walk not be missed with stunning views.
The Irish Government today announced the creation of a new National Park, the country's eighth. Located on the Dingle Peninsula, Páírc Náisiúnta na Mara, Ciarraí includes the rugged Conor Pass, the unique island of Sceilg Mhichíl, and Mount Brandon, one of...
