Scotland
Creag Grianain
683M
2242FT
About Creag Grianain
Overlooking the eastern end of Loch Earn, Creag Grianain is a rugged Graham that punches well above its weight. It offers a classic Highland cocktail of deep heather, hidden crags, and panoramic views over St Fillans. It's the perfect escape for those who find the nearby Munros a bit too crowded.
Key Statistics
Rank
181st Highest in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs
Parent Range
Loch Lomond and the Trossachs
Prominence
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47.2m
Nearest Town
St. Fillans
Geology
Silurian Slates & Gritstone
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN842351
Latitude
56.4937°N
Longitude
3.8825°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Creag Grianain translates from Gaelic as 'Crag of the Sunny Place,' an optimistic title for a hill in a region where the sun is often more theoretical than physical.
- •It marks a distinct transition point near the Highland Boundary Fault, where the landscape shifts from the gentler Perthshire straths into the craggy heart of the Trossachs.
- •The summit provides one of the finest aerial perspectives of Loch Earn, offering a view that makes the village of St Fillans look like a perfectly detailed model railway set.
- •Despite its modest height, the hill is part of the 'Grahams' list, a category specifically designed for hikers who enjoy the solitude that the higher, more famous Munros lack.
- •Navigating its peat-heavy slopes is a masterclass in 'Scottish Ballet,' a dance involving precarious hops over black sludge while trying to maintain your dignity in front of indifferent local sheep.