Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height988.2 m3,242 ft
Grid RefNO 154 745
OS MapOL52 & 387OS Explorer
RegionLochnagar & Glen Clova
Creag Leacach means 'slabby rock', and its summit is a bouldery crest with a cairn sitting on a rib of rock. An old wall and a line of fence posts run along its spine, which is handy for finding your way in mist. It looks down on the old Devil's Elbow road at the head of Glen Shee, where most walkers start, and it links north to the big dome of Glas Maol.
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Cairn on rock rib
Rock & Ground
Bouldery crest above slopes of heather and grass, with an old wall along the ridge.
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Distance18.2 mi29.2 km
Ascent1,400 m4,590 ft
Time9h 40mwalking
Start & FinishGlenshee Ski Centre Large Car ParkNO 1405 7783 · circular route
DirectionsAlso on this route: Glas Maol, Cairn of Claise, Carn an Tuirc, Tom Buidhe, Tolmount
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.
