From the Arrochar Alps to Ben Lui, this area is home to nine Munros. Half of the peaks in the area are within the boundaries of the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, while the others lie to the west. The three summits of The Cobbler (884m) contain some of the best climbing in the Southern Highlands while Ben Lui in winter looks positively Alpine. Access is relatively straightforward from the A83, A82 or A85.
Prepared as usual with my kit and checking forecasts. Set off driving from Aberdeen to the starting point later than planned. This meant I would finish in the dark. This wasn’t an major problem as I was prepared for it. The snow was knee deep in places so it was slow moving despite in some places tracks had formed by others. There was some slight scrambling to get to higher places. Just within my remit so that was a good lesson. I didn’t have to use my crampons of axe but put on my micro spikes on the descend as ice has formed which made movement treacherous. Also I use my head torch for the last 1.5 hours. Enjoyable walk and good experience for night navigation
