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Slopes of Ben Vrackie

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Our view
"High above Glen Garry for an eagle-eye's view of Blair Castle and Pitlochry."
Walk directions

A path leads up the Moulin Burn. Where a track crosses, turn right for a few steps, before continuing uphill with the stream on your left. The path joins a higher track, then turns off on the right to a footbridge. Follow the stream up to the top of the woodland, where a gate leads out to open moor.

A wide path continues up to the right of a stream, then bends right to a bench with a fine view down Glen Garry. Just before rejoining the Moulin Burn, bear left on a smaller, stony path signed ‘Bealach Walk’. (The main path ahead leads, after a stiff climb, to the summit of Ben Vrackie.) After a stile, the path becomes grassier. It runs directly uphill (northwest), to pass just to the right of the little pass just above.
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Location
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Additional information
  Terrain  - Good paths and tracks, several stiles
  Landscape  - High heathery hill slopes, then wooded riverbank
  Dog friendliness  - On lead through Pitlochry and if passing livestock or deer
  Parking  - Car park above Moulin village
  Toilets en route  - Publicly accessible in Pitlochry (eg at Service Station); Killicrankie Visitor Centre
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About the walk
Pitlochry is an 18th-century innovation. Moulin is the original settlement, above the valley's bogs and swamps, and where the Old North Road could cross side streams up where they're slightly smaller. Its inn dates from 1695, but there were people living here in the Bronze Age. If the name looks...
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About the area
Perth and Kinross, sheltered by the Grampian Mountains, is often regarded as the Heart of Scotland, and its mountains, lochs and glens yearn to be explored. Just outside the ancient city of Perth is Scone Palace, home of the mystical Stone of Destiny, on which 42 Scottish Kings were crowned.
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Pine Trees Hotel
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Knockendarroch Hotel
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  • Free TV
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Beinn Bhracaigh
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"A charming stone-built Victorian house with stunning Highland views...."
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  • Free TV
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Pine Trees Hotel
On the edge of Pitlochry, set in woodland not far from the River Tummel, Pine Trees Hotel is a beautiful hotel in a beautiful location. Bedrooms are in a variety of different buildings ...
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Knockendarroch Hotel
Knockendarroch Hotel has outstanding views over the town and surrounding hills. The individually styled bedrooms are spacious and very well appointed. The traditional, country-style pub...
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Beinn Bhracaigh
Beinn Bhracaigh was built in 1880 and sits in an elevated location overlooking Pitlochry and the Tummel Valley. The town centre and attractions are all within easy walking distance. Bed...
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Birchwood Pitlochry
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Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa
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Milton of Fonab Caravan Park
Milton of Fonab is a peaceful site on the banks of the River Tummel, close to Pitlochry. It is very well maintained, with large pitches, good washrooms and a well-stocked shop, and it’s...
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The Grandtully Hotel
Enjoying a rural location overlooking the River Tay, but just a short drive from the A9, Pitlochry and Aberfeldy, The Grandtully Hotel is a foodie's paradise. The small hands-on team sh...
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Knockendarroch Hotel Restaurant
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The Grandtully Hotel by Ballintaggart
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The Old Manse of Blair
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The Restaurant at Dunkeld House Hotel
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Knockendarroch Hotel Restaurant
   AA Rosette Award
The Grandtully Hotel by Ballintaggart
   AA Rosette Award
The Old Manse of Blair
   AA Rosette Award
The Restaurant at Dunkeld House Hotel
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Z's Bistro
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The Estate Room
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Meikleour Arms
The Restaurant at the Meikleour Arms
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Route details
5hrs
Dog-friendly
Difficulty:
Medium

Gradient:
Challenging


Distance:
9.5 miles (15.3kms)

Ascent:
1575ft (480m)

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Slopes of Ben Vrackie

Recommended by
Our view
"High above Glen Garry for an eagle-eye's view of Blair Castle and Pitlochry."
Walk details
5hrs
Dog friendly
Difficulty:
Medium
Gradient:
Challenging
Distance:
9.5 miles (15.3kms)
Ascent:
1575ft (480m)
Walk directions

A path leads up the Moulin Burn. Where a track crosses, turn right for a few steps, before continuing uphill with the stream on your left. The path joins a higher track, then turns off on the right to a footbridge. Follow the stream up to the top of the woodland, where a gate leads out to open moor.
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A wide path continues up to the right of a stream, then bends right to a bench with a fine view down Glen Garry. Just before rejoining the Moulin Burn, bear left on a smaller, stony path signed ‘Bealach Walk’. (The main path ahead leads, after a stiff climb, to the summit of Ben Vrackie.) After a stile, the path becomes grassier. It runs directly uphill (northwest), to pass just to the right of the little pass just above.
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Now the path becomes a clear track through the pass leading downhill. A sign points towards Killiecrankie. The track fords a stream, with a footbridge alongside. After two gates, turn left at a T-junction to continue downhill. Near a small reservoir the track reaches a tarred road. Turn right, again signed for Killiecrankie. The road passes under the new A9 to the Killiecrankie Visitor Centre.
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Head down behind the visitor centre to the River Garry, and follow it downstream, under the high Garry Bridge to a riverside lane. Follow this for 650yds (594m), and turn right at a signpost into a disabled car parking area. Follow green 'Bealach Path' arrows on a wide path near the river, to the end of the long concrete road bridge over Loch Faskally.
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Don’t cross the Clunie footbridge over Loch Faskally, but keep ahead under the road bridge to the Loch Faskally Boating Station. Take its access road up to the A924 and follow this main road across the railway and into Pitlochry. The first street left is Larchwood Road. Sunnybank Cottage, on this corner, is where a local man, John Stewart, stabbed his cousin Donald. He stayed in the area to spy on the funeral in the belief that if he could see light under his cousin’s coffin as it passed him, he would get away with the killing. It worked: he was never charged with the crime.
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Turn left up Larchwood Road. It climbs with a dog-leg to left and right, then bends right beside a pool. Above the golf course, you turn right to a T-junction at Moulin village. A standing stone called the Dane Stone is in a field on the left. Turn left here, signed ‘Ben-y- Vrackie’, and go up the lane to the car park.

 
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Location
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Nearest postcode:
Additional information
  Terrain - Good paths and tracks, several stiles
  Landscape - High heathery hill slopes, then wooded riverbank
  Dog friendliness - On lead through Pitlochry and if passing livestock or deer
  Parking - Car park above Moulin village
  Toilets en route - Publicly accessible in Pitlochry (eg at Service Station); Killicrankie Visitor Centre
Walks in Perth & Kinross Dog-friendly walks in Perth & Kinross
About the walk
Pitlochry is an 18th-century innovation. Moulin is the original settlement, above the valley's bogs and swamps, and where the Old North Road could cross side streams up where they're slightly smaller. Its inn dates from 1695, but there were people living here in the Bronze Age. If the name looks...
Read more
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About the area
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Perth & Kinross
Perth and Kinross, sheltered by the Grampian Mountains, is often regarded as the Heart of Scotland, and its mountains, lochs and glens yearn to be explored. Just outside the ancient city of Perth is Scone Palace, home of the mystical Stone of Destiny, on which 42 Scottish Kings were crowned.
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Nearby places to stay

View all (8)
Hotel
Pine Trees Hotel
★★★★
awardawardaward
"A stunningly beautiful setting for an outstanding rural hotel...."
  • En-suite rooms:
  • Family rooms:
Hotel
Knockendarroch Hotel
★★★★
awardaward
"Well-presented hotel with stylish rooms and stunning views...."
  • Family rooms: 0
  • Free TV
  • WiFi available
Guest Accommodation
Beinn Bhracaigh
★★★★
awardaward
"A charming stone-built Victorian house with stunning Highland views...."
  • Rooms 8
  • Free TV
  • Wifi
  • Open parking
Nearby places to stay
Pine Trees Hotel
On the edge of Pitlochry, set in woodland not far from the River Tummel, Pine Trees Hotel is a beautiful hotel in a beautiful location. Bedrooms are in a variety of different buildings ...
★★★★    Rating
Knockendarroch Hotel
Knockendarroch Hotel has outstanding views over the town and surrounding hills. The individually styled bedrooms are spacious and very well appointed. The traditional, country-style pub...
★★★★    Rating
Beinn Bhracaigh
Beinn Bhracaigh was built in 1880 and sits in an elevated location overlooking Pitlochry and the Tummel Valley. The town centre and attractions are all within easy walking distance. Bed...
★★★★    Rating
Birchwood Pitlochry
Birchwood Pitlochry offers relaxed, luxury Guest Accommodation in the centre of Pitlochry. 8 rooms and 3 suites are well-appointed, offering high quality whilst keeping guest needs at h...
★★★★★    Rating
Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa
Fonab Castle Hotel and Spa sits on the banks of Loch Faskally with stunning views. This elevated property was originally built as a home for the Sandeman family, the sherry and port mer...
★★★★★    Rating
Milton of Fonab Caravan Park
Milton of Fonab is a peaceful site on the banks of the River Tummel, close to Pitlochry. It is very well maintained, with large pitches, good washrooms and a well-stocked shop, and it’s...
★★★★    Rating
The Grandtully Hotel
Enjoying a rural location overlooking the River Tay, but just a short drive from the A9, Pitlochry and Aberfeldy, The Grandtully Hotel is a foodie's paradise. The small hands-on team sh...
★★★★    Rating
Blair Castle Caravan Park
Blair Castle Caravan Park is an attractive site set in impressive seclusion within the Atholl Estate, surrounded by mature woodland and the River Tilt. Although a large park, the variou...
★★★★★    Rating
View all (8)
Places to eat nearby View all
Knockendarroch Hotel Restaurant
   AA Rosette Award
The Grandtully Hotel by Ballintaggart
   AA Rosette Award
The Old Manse of Blair
   AA Rosette Award
The Restaurant at Dunkeld House Hotel
   AA Rosette Award
Places to eat nearby
Knockendarroch Hotel Restaurant
   AA Rosette Award
The Grandtully Hotel by Ballintaggart
   AA Rosette Award
The Old Manse of Blair
   AA Rosette Award
The Restaurant at Dunkeld House Hotel
   AA Rosette Award
Z's Bistro
   AA Rosette Award
The Estate Room
   AA Rosette Award
Meikleour Arms
The Restaurant at the Meikleour Arms
   AA Rosette Award
View all
Stay in the area  
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