Scotland
Creag Dhubh
753M
2470FT
About Creag Dhubh
Rising steeply above Newtonmore, this rugged Graham is defined by its dark, craggy southern face and complex summit ridge. It offers a surprisingly mountain-like experience for its height, providing commanding views across the Spey Valley toward the Monadhliath and the distant summits of the Creag Meagaidh massif.
Key Statistics
Rank
134th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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388
Nearest Town
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Geology
You are walking on the Loch Laggan Psammite Formation. These slopes consist of ancient, hardened sandstones and sparkly, mineral-rich rocks that provide a rugged footing.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN677972
Latitude
57.0471°N
Longitude
4.1808°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic for 'the black crag', a reference to the prominent, dark schist cliffs that dominate the hill's southern flank above the A86 road.
- •Creag Dhubh is the traditional war cry of the Clan Macpherson; the clan's museum is located at the foot of the hill in Newtonmore.
- •While the southern face is a well-known playground for rock climbers, walkers typically approach from Glen Banchor to the north to avoid the vertical crags.
- •The summit offers a clear perspective of the Upper Spey valley leading toward the Corrieyairack Pass, providing a sense of scale for the central Highlands.
- •Despite being a relatively short hill, its lower slopes are notorious for dense bracken and hidden rocky steps that can make a 'quick' afternoon stroll unexpectedly arduous.