Scotland
Creag a' Chleirich
650M
2133FT
About Creag a' Chleirich
Rising steeply above the A93 south of Braemar, this heathery Tump offers a short, sharp ascent with rewards far exceeding its modest height. From the top, you’ll find a commanding perspective over Glen Clunie and north across the village toward the sprawling, tiered bulk of Ben Avon and Beinn a' Bhuird.
Key Statistics
Rank
164th Highest in The Cairngorms
Parent Range
The Cairngorms
Prominence
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46m
Nearest Town
Braemar
Geology
You are walking across tough granite and compressed sandstone. These hard, grainy rocks form the solid foundation of the hill beneath your feet.
Classifications
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NO141933
Latitude
57.0228°N
Longitude
3.4166°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'Creag a' Chleirich', which translates as the 'Crag of the Clergyman' or 'Cleric’s Crag', likely referring to historical church lands or a local ecclesiastical figure from Braemar.
- •Positioned as a sentinel at the northern end of Glen Clunie, the summit provides one of the best vantage points for observing the winding route of the Old Military Road as it snakes south toward the Cairnwell Pass.
- •While often bypassed by those heading for the higher Mounth Munros, it serves as a rugged, direct alternative start for walkers looking to approach the popular summit of Morrone from a less-trodden eastern angle.
- •Its proximity to the main road means you can enjoy the smug satisfaction of looking down on the tourist traffic while being only a short, steep scramble away from a pub fire in Braemar.