Scotland
Cruach Doir' an Raoigh
292M
958FT
About Cruach Doir' an Raoigh
Tucked away in a rugged landscape of sea lochs and forestry, this modest Marilyn offers a surprisingly wild character for its height. The ascent involves navigating typical west-coast terrain—rough heather, hidden bogs, and rocky knolls—culminating in a summit that feels far more remote than its sub-300-metre stature suggests.
Key Statistics
Rank
424th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Grampians
Prominence
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245m
Nearest Town
Alisary
Geology
The rugged ground beneath your boots is psammite, a hard and durable sandy rock. These layers belong to the Upper Morar Psammite Formation.
Nearby Fells
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OS Grid Reference
NM734826
Latitude
56.8793°N
Longitude
5.7207°W
Did You Know?
- •The name originates from Scottish Gaelic, where 'Cruach' means a bold or stack-like hill and 'Doire' refers to a grove or thicket; 'Raoigh' is an older form likely meaning 'choice' or 'excellent'.
- •Reaching the cairn earns a panoramic view over the intricate coastline of Loch Sween and across the Sound of Jura to the distinctive, conical Paps of Jura.
- •As a Marilyn, the hill possesses at least 150 metres of descent on all sides, ensuring its summit remains a prominent and isolated lookout point despite the low elevation.
- •The terrain is a masterclass in west-coast hillwalking, where the challenge lies less in the incline and more in negotiating the dense heather and deceptive peat hags.