Scotland
Creag Dhubh
660M
2164FT
About Creag Dhubh
Rising above the remote northern shores of Loch Glass, this Ross-shire Marilyn offers a quieter alternative to its hulking neighbor, Ben Wyvis. The terrain is typical of the rugged eastern Highlands, characterized by deep heather and pathless slopes that lead to a summit overlooking the Cromarty Firth and the vast, peat-stained interior.
Key Statistics
Rank
204th Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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332
Nearest Town
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Geology
You’re walking on ancient layers of hardened muds and sands. These tough, crystalline rocks were squeezed deep underground to create the rugged foundation beneath your boots.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN322824
Latitude
56.9030°N
Longitude
4.7558°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Gaelic Creag Dhubh, meaning 'Black Crag,' a reference to the dark, broken rocky outcrops that face southwards toward the glen.
- •Classified as a Graham, it sits on the eastern fringe of the Ben Wyvis massif, providing a solitary walking experience far removed from the busy motorway paths of its higher neighbor.
- •The summit offers a unique perspective on Ben Wyvis, specifically looking directly into the impressive eastern corries of Glas Leathad Mòr.
- •To the southeast, the view extends past the Black Isle to the Sutors of Cromarty, the two headlands marking the entrance to the Cromarty Firth.
- •The 'Black Crag' name is somewhat ironic for the modern walker, as the primary obstacle is not dark rock, but a seemingly infinite expanse of thick, boot-grabbing heather.