Scotland
Creag Bhreac
557M
1827FT
About Creag Bhreac
Overlooking the village of Moulin, this heather-clad Perthshire hill offers a quieter alternative to its popular neighbour, Ben Vrackie. The ascent through open moorland rewards walkers with a clear perspective of the Tummel Valley and the sharp profile of Schiehallion on the western horizon.
Key Statistics
Rank
206th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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39m
Nearest Town
Moulin
Geology
You are walking across ancient lava, volcanic ash, and dark, lime-rich mudstones. These layers represent a mix of fiery volcanic eruptions and old seafloor sediments.
Classifications
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN948617
Latitude
56.7357°N
Longitude
3.7199°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Gaelic Creag Bhreac, meaning 'Speckled Crag', likely a reference to the mottled appearance of grey rock outcrops breaking through the purple heather.
- •Walkers often approach the hill from the south, passing near the Lettoch standing stones, or include it as a detour on the descent from the much higher Ben Vrackie.
- •The summit provides an excellent vantage point for viewing the massive plateau of the Beinn a' Ghlò range to the north and the winding River Tay to the south.
- •Choosing this hill over its famous neighbour significantly increases your chances of having a summit to yourself, provided you do not mind the lack of a paved path.