Scotland
Creag Ruadh
731M
2397FT
About Creag Ruadh
Overlooking the remote upper reaches of Glen Roy, this heathery summit offers a quiet alternative to the busier peaks nearby. Its rounded, peat-scarred slopes are typical of the Monadhliath fringes, rewarding those who make the pathless trek with clear views toward the Grey Corries and the massive bulk of Ben Nevis.
Key Statistics
Rank
94th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Data coming soon
Prominence
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36.1
Nearest Town
Dalnacroich
Geology
Creag Ruadh is built from the Glenfinnan Group. This foundation consists of ancient mud and sand that have been compressed into hard, durable rock.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NH276539
Latitude
57.5425°N
Longitude
4.8806°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic for 'Red Crag', likely referring to the iron-stained or lichen-covered rocks found on its steeper eastern flanks.
- •From the summit, the view south-west provides a striking profile of the 'Big Four' Munros of the Grey Corries, framed by the deep cut of the Great Glen.
- •The hill sits just north of the famous 'Parallel Roads' of Glen Roy—triplets of horizontal terraces on the valley sides created by the shoreline of ancient ice-dammed lakes.
- •The ascent usually involves a crossing of the River Roy or its tributaries, which can turn a straightforward walk into a significant challenge after heavy Highland rain.
- •Despite the name suggesting a vibrant red landmark, most visitors will find the dominant colour is the earthy brown of persistent, knee-high heather and the occasional deep peat hag.