Beinn a' Chreachain

Munro · Scottish Highlands

Beinn a' Chreachain

1,080.6 m · 3,545 ft

Beinn a' Chreachain

Munro · Scottish Highlands

Beinn a' Chreachain

1,080.6 m · 3,545 ft

Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height1,080.6 m3,545 ft
Grid RefNN 373 440
OS MapOL48 & 377 & 378OS Explorer
RegionLoch Tay to Rannoch

Beinn a' Chreachain, usually translated as 'mountain of scallops', has a conical top north-west of Loch Lyon. Walkers often pair it with Beinn Achaladair, following a path round the rim of Coire Dubh Beag to the large summit cairn. The top is a fine viewpoint out over Rannoch Moor.

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Summit

Large cairn

Rock & Ground

Grassy lower slopes giving way to grass and boulders on a crest above Coire Dubh Beag.

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Summit Weather

Our Route

Distance12.3 mi19.8 km
Ascent1,140 m3,740 ft
Time6h 50mwalking
Start & FinishA car parkNN 3220 4427 · circular route
Directions

Also on this route: Beinn Achaladair

Safety: Routes are a guide only. Carry a map and compass and know how to use them, check the weather before you go, and turn back if in doubt. You use this route at your own risk.

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