Scotland
Creag a' Chinn Duibh
677M
2221FT
About Creag a' Chinn Duibh
Rising above the northern shores of Loch Cluanie, this rugged Hump offers a quieter alternative to the neighbouring Munros. Its steep, heathery slopes lead to a summit with commanding views south across the water toward the serrated ridge of the South Glen Shiel Forest and the prominent peak of Maol Chinn-dearg.
Key Statistics
Rank
77th Highest in Region
Parent Range
North West Highlands
Prominence
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113m
Nearest Town
Coire
Geology
You are walking on the Applecross Formation, a rugged sandstone naturally packed with small pebbles and gravel.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Meall na h-Odhar-aghaidh
Meall na h-Odhar-aghaidh
Beinn Alligin - Sgurr Mor
Beinn Bhreac East Top
Sgurr Mor West Top
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NG859628
Latitude
57.6050°N
Longitude
5.5842°W
Did You Know?
- •The name originates from Scottish Gaelic, translating as 'Crag of the Black Head', likely referring to the dark, weathered appearance of the rock outcrops near its summit.
- •Positioned just north of the A87, it serves as a stark contrast to the busy Glen Shiel ridges, offering a solitary vantage point over the remote Glenshiel Forest.
- •The summit provides an excellent, unobstructed view of the massive south-eastern corries of A’ Chràlaig, one of the region's most imposing Munros.
- •While it stands at 677 metres, its primary role for many walkers is serving as a high-level barometer for the Cluanie Inn; if you can't see this crag from the front door, it's probably best to stay inside.