Marilyn · Glen Coe & Lochaber
Creag Bhan
The name means 'crag' in Gaelic. At 510m near Fort William in the shadow of Ben Nevis, this is the kind of hill that experienced walkers love — not famous, not crowded, but a proper summit with proper views.
Gaelic: “crag, rocky hill” · Pronunciation: krayg
Quick facts
- Height
- 510m/ 1673ft
- Difficulty
- 2 / 5Moderate
- Grid ref
- NM 78243 84662
Download GPX route file
Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent via stalkers paths built for deer management on the Lochaber hills to the 510m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Lochaber terrain — volcanic rock, bog and heather. Wetter than the east Highlands. Drainage can be poor in the lower glens.
In winter
Winter brings snow and ice that makes Lochaber hills serious propositions. The wet climate means ice forms readily. Microspikes are useful throughout winter.
This hill is in the Glen Coe SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow5h 30m
- Edinburgh7h 48m
OS maps: OS Landranger 40, OS Explorer 398W
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:33
- Sunset
- 21:06
- Civil dawn
- 04:47
- Civil dusk
- 21:52
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