3,376 ft · Southern Highlands, Scotland
Ben Oss
Ben Oss is a 3,376 ft peak in the Southern Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Normal Route via Coire Dubhchraig: 9 mi, 3,770 ft of gain, Class 2.
Ben Oss at a glance
- Elevation3,376 ft1,029 m
- RouteNormal Route via Coire DubhchraigClass 2
- Distance9 mi3,770 ft gain
- Time7 – 9 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeSouthern HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Normal Route via Coire Dubhchraig
From Tyndrum, drive south on the A82 and turn off at Dalrigh to start from the Dalrigh car park. Cross the River Cononish, go under the railway and follow a boggy path through old pinewood beside the Allt Coire Dubhchraig to the ridge of Beinn Dubhchraig. Head southwest past lochans to the Bealach Buidhe, then climb over the northeast top to the summit. The route is Class 2. Crags guard the north side of the bealach, so do not descend that way; reascend toward Beinn Dubhchraig instead. Navigation is tricky in mist. Almost always combined with Beinn Dubhchraig.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (30–40 L)
Hiking Boots
Water
Offline Maps
Headlamp
Satellite Communicator
Whistle
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Sun Hat
Midlayer
Insulated Jacket
Hardshell Jacket
Warm Hat
Buff
Midweight Gloves
Trekking Poles
GPS Device
Power Bank
Water Filter
First-Aid Kit
Emergency Bivy
What to watch for
- Boggy terrain
- Low visibility
- Steep exposure
- Route-finding difficulty
Quests with Ben Oss
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Ben Oss?
Ben Oss is 3,376 feet (1,029 m) tall. It is in the Southern Highlands, Scotland.
How does Ben Oss rank among the Munros?
At 3,376 feet, Ben Oss is the 101st highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Ben Oss?
The Normal Route via Coire Dubhchraig is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 9 miles with 3,770 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Ben Oss?
Most people take 7 – 9 hours round trip on the Normal Route via Coire Dubhchraig, covering 9 miles with 3,770 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Ben Oss?
The Normal Route via Coire Dubhchraig needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 9 miles with 3,770 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.
When is the best time to hike Ben Oss?
The usual hiking window is May to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
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