Hike - Beinn a' Ghlò

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You will be required to have full membership to the club to attend and purchase a ticket for this trip.

 

We will be summiting between 1, 2 and 3 Munros, the ascent for this hike will be up to 1,239m and 22km, this will be a maximum of as there are options to cut this hike short easily depending on the fitness of the group and timing which will be discussed on the day and during the hike (So don't worry about the above numbers!), we have designed this hike as an opportunity for you to test your fitness a bit more, minimum ascent will be 800m (Similar to the come and try hike although the ascent is more gentle on this mountain range), this is on the basis of summiting 1 Munro and will increase up to the maximum ascent and distance the more that are added. 

 

Please see the advised kit list.

 

As per, you will be required to have a minimum of: hiking boots (that cover/protect the ankles) and waterproofs, and preferably clothing that is not made of cotton, and no jeans for safety reasons. If you are unsure please contact the club,  as you will not be permitted on the trip without meeting the above requirements.

Transport

We will be travelling by van which will be arranged by the club.

 

Outward Journey: Meet outside the Student Union at 7:45am (please arrive promptly so we can leave promptly)

 

Return Journey: We anticipate arriving back in Glasgow for late afternoon (between 6pm and 8pm).

 

 

The Route

We will be following this route: https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/perthshire/beinn-a-ghlo.shtml

 

Background info to the mountain: A shareply hill range rather than a single mountain, Beinn a' Ghlò has three Munro summits giving a strenuous day. The summits may be rounded, but the steep flanks and sculpted form of this great massif makes for a memorable outing.

Necessary Gear

This equipment is essential for a safe and fun day out in the Highlands!

• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof trousers
• Walking boots
• Gloves
• Warm hat
• Walking trousers (we will not take you up the mountain if you wear denim!). These should be made of a synthetic material, softshell-pants are ideal
• Warm layers - temperatures on the summit can be cold
• Backpack
• At least 2l of water, warm drinks in a thermos are always a good idea
• Packed Lunch
• Snacks

 

If you have any questions, email us (mountaineeringclub@gcustudents.co.uk) or send us a message on Facebook or Instagram.