Scotland
Carn Dearg
817M
2679FT
About Carn Dearg
Rising above the geological marvels of Glen Roy near Roybridge, this rounded Corbett offers a quieter alternative to the nearby Munros. Its broad, grassy slopes reach a height of 816.5m, providing an exceptional vantage point over the famous Parallel Roads and the distant, rugged peaks of the Grey Corries.
Key Statistics
Rank
75th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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201
Nearest Town
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Geology
You are walking across the Auchivarie Psammite Formation. This solid foundation is made of ancient sandy rock that has hardened into the tough stone beneath your boots.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN349966
Latitude
57.0311°N
Longitude
4.7204°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic for 'Red Cairn', a common descriptive term across Scotland; in this instance, it likely refers to the weathered pinkish granite and scree found near the summit.
- •The summit offers a unique perspective on the 'Parallel Roads' of Glen Roy—extraordinary horizontal terraces formed by the shorelines of ancient ice-dammed lakes during the last glacial period.
- •Often climbed alongside the neighbouring Corbett, Carn Ban, the hill forms part of the high ground between Glen Roy and the upper reaches of the River Spean.
- •Given there are four Munros and several other Corbetts sharing the name Carn Dearg, hikers should double-check their map to ensure they haven't accidentally set off for Ben Nevis or the Monadh Liath instead.