Scotland
Creag Ghorm
611M
2003FT
About Creag Ghorm
Perched above St. Fillans, Creag Ghorm is a punchy little hill that offers front-row seats to Loch Earn's drama. It’s the perfect spot for those who want Highland views without the Munro-bagging crowds, provided you enjoy a steep, lung-bursting start through the bracken.
Key Statistics
Rank
277th Highest in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs
Parent Range
Loch Lomond and the Trossachs
Prominence
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31.1m
Nearest Town
St. Fillans
Geology
Silurian Slates & Gritstone
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN925346
Latitude
56.4912°N
Longitude
3.7475°W
Did You Know?
- •The name translates from Gaelic as 'Blue Crag,' reflecting the atmospheric haze that often drapes over its rocky southern face when viewed from across the loch.
- •Standing at exactly 610.5 meters, it sneaks into the Graham category by a whisker. It is the geographical equivalent of passing a difficult exam with the absolute minimum score required and still feeling like a genius.
- •The hill overlooks the historic site of Dundurn, an Iron Age hillfort that served as a major power center for the Pictish kings. It is a grand place to ponder ancient battles while trying to remember where you parked the car.
- •While most hikers rush past towards the Munros of Ben Vorlich and Stùc a' Chroin, Creag Ghorm offers a far superior perspective of the loch's length. It is the opening act that arguably puts on a better show than the headliner.
- •The ascent is a classic 'St. Fillans Special,' featuring paths that occasionally vanish into calf-deep heather or optimistic bog. It’s a fantastic way to ensure your expensive waterproof boots are thoroughly humiliated and sodden by lunchtime.