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Beinn na Cro [Ben na Cro]
The name means 'peak' in Gaelic. A 572m hill on the Isle of Skye with at least 150m of prominence — enough to feel like a real summit rather than a shoulder. The modest height belies the quality of the walking.
Gaelic: “mountain, peak” · Pronunciation: bine
Quick facts
- Height
- 572m/ 1876ft
- Difficulty
- 2 / 5Moderate
- Grid ref
- NG 56935 24182
Download GPX route file
Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent across the volcanic rock and peat characteristic of Skye to the 572m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Exposed island hillside with volcanic rock and thick heather. Wind and rain are more frequent than on the mainland.
In winter
Skye winters are wet and windy rather than deeply snowy. Ice forms on steep ground after rain. The volcanic rock becomes treacherous when wet-frozen.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow6h 50m
- Edinburgh8h 5m
OS maps: OS Landranger 32, OS Explorer 411, OS Explorer 412
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:33
- Sunset
- 21:09
- Civil dawn
- 04:46
- Civil dusk
- 21:56
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