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Black Craig

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Black Craig

Beinn Domhnuill Rough moorland to the south of Beinn Domhnuill.
Beinn Domhnuill Credit: Callum Black

Black Craig is a prominent hill located in Perthshire, Scotland. Standing at an elevation of 703 meters (2,306 feet), it is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The hill is known for its rugged terrain, steep slopes, and rocky outcrops, making it a challenging but rewarding climb.

Black Craig is part of the Ochil Hills range, which stretches across central Scotland and offers a variety of hiking trails and recreational opportunities. The hill is characterized by its heather-covered slopes, scattered boulders, and diverse wildlife, including red deer, mountain hares, and various bird species.

At the summit of Black Craig, hikers are treated to stunning views of the surrounding landscape, including the nearby towns of Crieff and Auchterarder, as well as the rolling hills and valleys of Perthshire. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Grampian Mountains to the north and the Trossachs National Park to the west.

Overall, Black Craig is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to experience the natural beauty and rugged terrain of the Scottish countryside.

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Black Craig Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.36219/-4.1849801 or Grid Reference NN6521. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Beinn Domhnuill Rough moorland to the south of Beinn Domhnuill.
Beinn Domhnuill
Rough moorland to the south of Beinn Domhnuill.
Moorland Lochain Tiny lochain on the high boggy peat moorland east of Glen Vorlich. Looking towards the reflected peak of Meall na Fearna.
Moorland Lochain
Tiny lochain on the high boggy peat moorland east of Glen Vorlich. Looking towards the reflected peak of Meall na Fearna.
Into the Valley Just below 2000 feet and the temperature is going to plummet and view obliterated as the walkers descend into the cloud. Hard going for small dogs even following human tracks.
Into the Valley
Just below 2000 feet and the temperature is going to plummet and view obliterated as the walkers descend into the cloud. Hard going for small dogs even following human tracks.
Bealach na h-Iolaire A levelling in the north ridge of Stob Chalum Mhic Griogair at the head of Srath a' Ghlinne. Early snow is visible on the higher hills to the north of Loch Tay.
Bealach na h-Iolaire
A levelling in the north ridge of Stob Chalum Mhic Griogair at the head of Srath a' Ghlinne. Early snow is visible on the higher hills to the north of Loch Tay.
View through to Vorlich A fine aspect of Perthshire's Ben Vorlich, seen across the boggy catchment of the Allt Tobar Sneachda from Stob Chalum Mhic Griogair.
View through to Vorlich
A fine aspect of Perthshire's Ben Vorlich, seen across the boggy catchment of the Allt Tobar Sneachda from Stob Chalum Mhic Griogair.
Allt Tobar Sneachda A boggy corrie to the north of Meall na Fearna, drained by the Allt Tobar Sneachda, a burn which flows towards Srath a' Ghlinne and Glen Artney.
Allt Tobar Sneachda
A boggy corrie to the north of Meall na Fearna, drained by the Allt Tobar Sneachda, a burn which flows towards Srath a' Ghlinne and Glen Artney.
Slopes of Beinn Domhnuill
Slopes of Beinn Domhnuill
Northward view from Beinn Domhnuill
Northward view from Beinn Domhnuill
Eastward view from Beinn Domhnuill
Eastward view from Beinn Domhnuill
Peat hags, Coirein Riabhach
Peat hags, Coirein Riabhach
Coirein Riabhach and Meall na Fearna
Coirein Riabhach and Meall na Fearna
Beinn Domhnuill
Beinn Domhnuill
Remains of a fence, Coirein Riabhach
Remains of a fence, Coirein Riabhach
Peat hags and Ben Vorlich
Peat hags and Ben Vorlich
Eroded peat above Glen Vorlich
Eroded peat above Glen Vorlich
Bealach Gliogarsnaich The path is intermittent and there is the odd marker post. A bit of a squelch but not too difficult.
Bealach Gliogarsnaich
The path is intermittent and there is the odd marker post. A bit of a squelch but not too difficult.
Low cloud in Coire na Cloiche
Low cloud in Coire na Cloiche
The south west slopes of Beinn Domhnuill The foreground shows the slopes of Beinn Domhnuill, which lead down into Glen Vorlich, with the imposing hulk of Ben Vorlich in the distance.
The south west slopes of Beinn Domhnuill
The foreground shows the slopes of Beinn Domhnuill, which lead down into Glen Vorlich, with the imposing hulk of Ben Vorlich in the distance.
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Black Craig is located at Grid Ref: NN6521 (Lat: 56.36219, Lng: -4.1849801)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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