Scotland
Creag Dhubh Bheag
472M
1549FT
About Creag Dhubh Bheag
Rising from the remote Sutherland moors, this rugged Marilyn offers a quiet, pathless ascent for those seeking solitude. Its heathery slopes provide a challenging walk underfoot, eventually revealing an intimate perspective of Ben Klibreck’s massive northern face and the distant, jagged silhouettes of the Sutherland interior.
Key Statistics
Rank
207th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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203m
Nearest Town
Crask
Geology
The ground here is made of Altnaharra Psammite. This is a tough, gritty rock formed from compressed layers of ancient sand.
Nearby Fells
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OS Grid Reference
NC474307
Latitude
58.2391°N
Longitude
4.5996°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic for 'little black crag', distinguishing it from its slightly larger neighbour to the southwest, Creag Dhubh Mhòr (the big black crag).
- •Located in the heart of Sutherland, the summit serves as an excellent vantage point for viewing the sprawling 'Flow Country', one of the largest and most intact areas of blanket bog in the world.
- •The hill is frequently overlooked by those heading for the nearby Munros, meaning hikers are far more likely to encounter a golden eagle or red deer than another person.
- •The 'black' in the name likely refers to the dark rock outcrops near the top, though local walkers might suggest it better describes the colour of the peat you will inevitably be cleaning off your boots after the descent.