Ben Vorlich, Loch Earn Mountain
Prominent Scottish Munro above Loch Earn
Prominent Munro beside Loch Earn, Ben Vorlich offers direct ridge walks, panoramic lakeside views and convenient access from St. Fillans for day hikers.
Ben Vorlich, Loch Earn at a Glance#
Hours: Open year-round
Admission: Free (no standard admission)
How to Get to Ben Vorlich, Loch Earn#
Ben Vorlich (Loch Earn) is normally reached from the village of Lochearnhead at the western end of Loch Earn. Lochearnhead sits on the A85 road; you can drive there and park in the village car parks or use local taxi services. From the village follow the well-marked hill path/footpath that climbs from the roadside - the trailhead is immediately on the village outskirts, so only a short walk from parking or any local bus stop that serves Lochearnhead.
Tips for Visiting Ben Vorlich, Loch Earn#
- Climb Ben Vorlich early for sunrise views over Loch Earn - the mountain's summit offers one of the most direct panoramic overlooks of the loch.
- Because the ridge is exposed, check the forecast and aim for a clear, calm day; start before the main weekend crowds to enjoy quieter paths and better visibility.
Best Time to Visit Ben Vorlich, Loch Earn#
Best visited from late spring to early autumn (May-September) when trails are most accessible and weather is milder.
Weather & Climate near Ben Vorlich, Loch Earn#
Ben Vorlich, Loch Earn'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 -2°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (2458 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 2° | -7° | 315 mm | overcast | 97% | 10.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 2° | -7° | 206 mm | overcast | 95% | 10.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | -2° - 3° | -6° | 226 mm | overcast | 93% | 9.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | 0° - 6° | -3° | 131 mm | overcast | 89% | 7.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Poor | 3° - 9° | 2° | 134 mm | overcast | 87% | 7.0 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.2h |
| June | Poor | 5° - 12° | 5° | 123 mm | overcast | 87% | 6.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.3h |
| July | Poor | 7° - 13° | 10° | 135 mm | overcast | 88% | 6.5 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| August | Poor | 7° - 13° | 10° | 159 mm | overcast | 90% | 6.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Poor | 6° - 11° | 5° | 219 mm | overcast | 92% | 7.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 3° - 7° | 0° | 267 mm | overcast | 94% | 8.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 4° | -4° | 266 mm | overcast | 96% | 9.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 3° | -6° | 277 mm | overcast | 97% | 9.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
