3,199 ft · Southern Highlands, Scotland
Stùc a' Chroin
Stùc a' Chroin is a 3,199 ft peak in the Southern Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Northeast Prow from Ardvorlich: 8 mi, 3,120 ft of gain, Class 3.
Stùc a' Chroin at a glance
- Elevation3,199 ft975 m
- RouteNortheast Prow from ArdvorlichClass 3
- Distance8 mi3,120 ft gain
- Time7 – 9 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeSouthern HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Northeast Prow from Ardvorlich
From Lochearnhead on the A84, follow the minor road along the south shore of Loch Earn. Start from the Ardvorlich roadside parking by the hump-backed bridge and walk up the track between the urn-topped gateposts. To climb it alone, take the boggy trod contouring below the ridge on the west side of Ben Vorlich to the bealach, then cross a boulder field and scramble up the steep prow (Grade 1). A path on the west side avoids the prow. Class 3. Usually climbed with Ben Vorlich as a circuit. The rock is greasy when wet, and in winter the prow is for mountaineers only.
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
Helmet
What to watch for
- Loose rock
- Steep exposure
- Boggy terrain
- Low visibility
- Slippery terrain
Quests with Stùc a' Chroin
MunrosPeaks near Stùc a' Chroin
Frequently asked questions
How tall is Stùc a' Chroin?
Stùc a' Chroin is 3,199 feet (975 m) tall. It is in the Southern Highlands, Scotland.
How does Stùc a' Chroin rank among the Munros?
At 3,199 feet, Stùc a' Chroin is the 180th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to climb Stùc a' Chroin?
The Northeast Prow from Ardvorlich is Class 3, which means scrambling, where you use your hands to climb and a fall could be serious. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 8 miles with 3,120 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to climb Stùc a' Chroin?
Most people take 7 – 9 hours round trip on the Northeast Prow from Ardvorlich, covering 8 miles with 3,120 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Is Stùc a' Chroin dangerous to climb?
It has real risks: exposed sections where a fall would be serious, rockfall from loose rock and tricky route-finding. Go with an experienced partner, wear a helmet, test holds before you trust them and turn back if the rock is wet or icy.
Do you need a helmet for Stùc a' Chroin?
It is a good idea. Loose rock and rockfall are common on the Northeast Prow from Ardvorlich, so a helmet is on the gear list.
When is the best time to climb Stùc a' Chroin?
The usual climbing window is May to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
Climb Stùc a' Chroin with Yak
Plan your route on a topo map, check the summit forecast, then log your climb and see what is left on your list