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Munro Profile 37: An Stùc

Region: Loch Rannoch to Loch Tay
Height: 1,117m (3,665 ft)

An Stùc is a steep and striking peak nestled between Ben Lawers and Meall Garbh, often climbed as part of the Lawers ridge circuit. Its pointed summit and dramatic flanks make it feel more alpine than its rounded neighbours. For campervan travellers, access is excellent, with well-maintained paths and nearby facilities in Killin.

Trailhead and Parking

Primary Access Point: Ben Lawers Nature Reserve Car Park

  • Location: Off the minor road from Killin to Glen Lyon
  • Grid Reference: NN608378
  • Capacity: Moderate; suitable for daytime campervan access
  • Facilities: Toilets (seasonal), information boards
  • Charges: Free
  • Overnight: Not permitted

Note: This as an access point for extended Lawers range circuits, not direct An Stùc access.

The Bridge of Balgie is more commonly used for Glen Lyon approaches to Meall Garbh and Meall Greigh, not An Stùc directly

Alternative Options

  • Killin: Campsite with full facilities, 15-minute drive from the trailhead
  • Wild parking: Possible in designated laybys along Glen Lochay road (check signage)

Route Overview

Standard Ascent: Lawers Ridge Circuit via Beinn Ghlas and Meall Garbh

  • Distance: Approximately 14 km round trip
  • Elevation Gain: Around 1,100 metres
  • Terrain: Well-defined paths, steep grassy slopes, rocky summit cone
  • Time Estimate: 6 to 8 hours

Distance and elevation may vary depending on summit order and descent route.

Navigation Notes

  • The final ascent to An Stùc is steep and scrambly; a compass or GPS is essential
  • Often climbed as part of a four-Munro day trip. The Lawers Ridge circuit typically includes Beinn Ghlas → Ben Lawers → An Stùc → Meall Garbh. The full Lawers Ridge circuit including An Stùc is closer to 14.5 km with ~1,200m elevation gain
  • Weather exposure is moderate; the summit cone can be slippery in wet conditions

The summit of An Stùc is closer to NN639431

Campervan Suitability

Day Parking

  • Ben Lawers Nature Reserve Car Park allows daytime campervan access
  • Killin offers overflow options and amenities

Overnight Options

  • Killin Campsite: Toilets, showers, electric hook-ups
  • Wild parking may be possible in designated laybys (check signage)
  • No overnighting permitted at Ben Lawers trailhead

Fuel and Supplies

  • Killin: Fuel station, shop, café
  • Nearest large supermarket: Aberfeldy

Legacy Log

  • Name origin: “An Stùc” translates to “the peak” or “the pinnacle”
  • Summit features: Sharp cairn with views across Loch Tay and the Lawers range
  • Known for: Steep final ascent, elegant shape, and prominence within the ridge
  • Popular with: Ridge walkers, scramblers, and those seeking a high-impact summit

Closing Notes

This is Munro Profile 37 in your campervan-access series. If you’ve climbed An Stùc, scrambled its summit cone, or found a reliable overnight spot nearby, feel free to share your comments. Your insights help shape the archive and support fellow travellers.

Sources Used
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