Scotland
Creag Dhubh Coille a' Bhun
502M
1647FT
About Creag Dhubh Coille a' Bhun
Rising above the Great Glen near Invergarry, this 502-metre Highland summit offers a rugged, craggy character typical of the region. Its name reflects the dark rock and ancient woodlands at its base. Expect a quiet ascent through varying terrain, providing specific, earned views over the shimmering waters of Loch Oich.
Key Statistics
Rank
162nd Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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20
Nearest Town
Clachan
Geology
You are walking on the Altnaharra Psammite Formation. This is a sandy rock created when ancient layers of sediment were squeezed and hardened deep underground.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NH136839
Latitude
57.8058°N
Longitude
5.1388°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic in origin: 'Creag Dhubh' means 'Black Crag', while 'Coille a' Bhun' refers to the 'Wood of the Bottom' or 'Base', describing the forested slopes that sit below the rocky summit.
- •Standing overlooking the Great Glen, the summit offers a distinctive vantage point of Loch Oich and the geometric line of the Caledonian Canal as it cuts toward Fort Augustus.
- •Because it lacks any formal classification like a Corbett or Graham, the hill is largely bypassed by hikers, making it a reliable spot for quiet contemplation away from the busy trails of the South Glen Shiel ridge.
- •Navigating the lower slopes requires a degree of patience, as the 'Coille' in its name is a literal warning of the dense forestry and thicket that must be breached before reaching the open hillside.