Beinn Odhar Mountain
Munro with rocky summit and Lochaber vistas
Beinn Odhar lies in the Scottish Highlands and draws walkers for ridge routes, summit panoramas and access from nearby glens. It's a regular objective for munro-baggers and day hillwalks.
Beinn Odhar at a Glance#
Address: Beinn Odhar, near Bridge of Orchy/Glen Lyon, Scotland
Website: https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/
Admission: Free (open access)
About Beinn Odhar#
Beinn Odhar is a hill in the Scottish Highlands known locally as a walking objective. It provides accessible upland terrain and is popular with hillwalkers seeking views across surrounding glens and lochs.
Ascents are typically shorter than many of the more remote Munros, making the hill a common choice for day trips. The hill sits within the upland landscape of the region and is reached from local roads and footpaths.
- Local walking: A prominent hill in its local area and a frequent objective for shorter day walks from nearby villages.
How to Get to Beinn Odhar#
Common approaches begin from local glens such as Glen Lyon or from roads near Bridge of Orchy. Public transport to nearby hubs is limited; a car is the most practical option.
Tips for Visiting Beinn Odhar#
- If approaching from Glen Lyon, keep an eye on farm gates and follow access etiquette on private estate tracks.
- The summit ridge is exposed in places-check weather and have a plan for low visibility.
Best Time to Visit Beinn Odhar#
Most visitors aim for summer and early autumn; winter requires experience and kit.
Weather & Climate near Beinn Odhar#
Beinn Odhar's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -1°C to 14°C. Heavy rainfall (2711 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -1° - 3° | -6° | 344 mm | overcast | 96% | 10.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | -1° - 3° | -6° | 224 mm | overcast | 94% | 9.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | -1° - 4° | -5° | 251 mm | overcast | 92% | 9.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | 0° - 7° | -2° | 143 mm | overcast | 89% | 7.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Poor | 3° - 10° | 3° | 140 mm | overcast | 86% | 6.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.2h |
| June | Poor | 6° - 12° | 6° | 132 mm | overcast | 86% | 6.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.3h |
| July | Poor | 8° - 14° | 11° | 148 mm | overcast | 87% | 6.4 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| August | Poor | 8° - 14° | 11° | 177 mm | overcast | 89% | 6.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Poor | 6° - 11° | 5° | 250 mm | overcast | 91% | 7.4 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 3° - 8° | 1° | 293 mm | overcast | 93% | 8.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 5° | -3° | 299 mm | overcast | 95% | 9.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 3° | -6° | 310 mm | overcast | 96% | 9.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
