Beinn a' Chreachain

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Beinn a' Chreachain

Towards Beinn a' Chreachain Approaching the summit of the Munro from the north.
Towards Beinn a' Chreachain Credit: Iain Russell

Beinn a' Chreachain is a prominent hill located in the county of Perthshire, Scotland. Standing at an impressive height of 1,081 meters (3,547 feet), it is classified as a Munro, which is a Scottish mountain above 3,000 feet.

Situated in the southern part of the Bridge of Orchy hills, Beinn a' Chreachain offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. It is surrounded by other notable peaks such as Beinn Achaladair, Beinn an Dothaidh, and Beinn Dorain, contributing to the picturesque scenery of the area.

The hill is known for its rugged terrain, characterized by steep slopes and rocky outcrops. Hiking and mountaineering enthusiasts are drawn to Beinn a' Chreachain due to its challenging nature. The ascent can be accomplished from various starting points, with the most popular route starting from the Bridge of Orchy railway station.

The summit of Beinn a' Chreachain provides an unobstructed view of the surrounding peaks, glens, and lochs. On clear days, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the iconic Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the British Isles, located further to the north.

The area around Beinn a' Chreachain is rich in wildlife, with the chance to spot various bird species, including golden eagles, peregrine falcons, and red grouse. Deer and mountain hare are also commonly seen in the vicinity.

Overall, Beinn a' Chreachain offers a challenging and rewarding outdoor experience for those seeking adventure and stunning natural beauty in Perthshire, Scotland.

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Beinn a' Chreachain Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.560389/-4.6475654 or Grid Reference NN3744. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Towards Beinn a' Chreachain Approaching the summit of the Munro from the north.
Towards Beinn a' Chreachain
Approaching the summit of the Munro from the north.
Caledonian pine beside Allt Coire an Lochain
Caledonian pine beside Allt Coire an Lochain
Outflow of Lochan a’Chreachain
Outflow of Lochan a’Chreachain
Grassy slopes of Coire an Lochain
Grassy slopes of Coire an Lochain
Path towards Meall Buidhe
Path towards Meall Buidhe
Path towards the summit of Meall Buidhe
Path towards the summit of Meall Buidhe
Summit of Meall Buidhe
Summit of Meall Buidhe
View towards Meall Buidhe & Beinn a' Chreachain from Beinn Achaladair
View towards Meall Buidhe & Beinn a' Chreachain from Beinn Achaladair
On Meall Buidhe with view towards Beinn a' Chreachain
On Meall Buidhe with view towards Beinn a' Chreachain
Heading towards Beinn a' Chreachain from Meall Buidhe
Heading towards Beinn a' Chreachain from Meall Buidhe
North eastern ridge from Beinn a' Chreachain
North eastern ridge from Beinn a' Chreachain
Summit cairn of Beinn a' Chreachain
Summit cairn of Beinn a' Chreachain
The north eastern ridge from Beinn a' Chreachain
The north eastern ridge from Beinn a' Chreachain
Lochan a' Chreachain from Beinn a' Chreachain
Lochan a' Chreachain from Beinn a' Chreachain
View SW to Beinn a' Chreachain
View SW to Beinn a' Chreachain
View towards Beinn a' Chreachain with Ben Nevis beyond from Beinn Heasgarnich
View towards Beinn a' Chreachain with Ben Nevis beyond from Beinn Heasgarnich
Above the Corries Nearing the summit of Meall Buidhe a minor top of Beinn a' Chreachain a party of climbers can just be seen having climbed Echo Edge a Grade 3 winter route.
Beyond is Beinn Achaladair a fine looking mountain from many angles.
Above the Corries
Nearing the summit of Meall Buidhe a minor top of Beinn a' Chreachain a party of climbers can just be seen having climbed Echo Edge a Grade 3 winter route. Beyond is Beinn Achaladair a fine looking mountain from many angles.
Winter Lochan The sun is going down and soon it will be -11 in the glen - looking to Lochan a'Chreachain from a similar viewpoint to this June photograph:-
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On a descent off Beinn a' Chreachain after a fine day on the hills.
Winter Lochan
The sun is going down and soon it will be -11 in the glen - looking to Lochan a'Chreachain from a similar viewpoint to this June photograph:- Link On a descent off Beinn a' Chreachain after a fine day on the hills.
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Beinn a' Chreachain is located at Grid Ref: NN3744 (Lat: 56.560389, Lng: -4.6475654)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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Located within 500m of 56.560389,-4.6475654
Beinn a' Chreachain
Description: Hill of the rock, or hill of the clamshell
Ele: 1081
Marilyn: yes
Munro: yes
Munro Number: M061
Natural: peak
Note: height by gps reading
Prominence: 650
Source: NPE
Wikidata: Q4881349
Wikipedia: en:Beinn a' Chreachain
Lat/Long: 56.5603771/-4.6476241
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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