Creagan Dubh

Hill, Mountain in Perthshire

Scotland

Creagan Dubh

Road between the south shore of Loch Tummel and Frenich Wood Looking north-eastward.
Road between the south shore of Loch Tummel and Frenich Wood Credit: Peter Wood

Creagan Dubh is a prominent hill located in the stunning region of Perthshire, Scotland. Rising to an elevation of approximately 657 meters (2,156 feet), it is considered a significant landmark in the area. Situated within the picturesque countryside, this hill offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

The terrain of Creagan Dubh is characterized by its rugged nature, boasting rocky outcrops and steep slopes. It is composed mainly of ancient metamorphic rocks, providing a unique geological setting. The hill is covered in a variety of vegetation, including heather, grasses, and scattered shrubs, adding to its natural beauty.

Hiking enthusiasts are drawn to Creagan Dubh due to its challenging yet rewarding trails. The ascent to the summit can be quite demanding, requiring a moderate level of fitness and proper hiking equipment. However, the effort is well worth it, as the panoramic vistas from the top are simply awe-inspiring. On clear days, one can relish views of Loch Rannoch, the surrounding mountains, and even glimpse the distant peaks of the Cairngorms National Park.

The hill is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including red deer, mountain hares, and various bird species. Nature enthusiasts can spot these creatures while exploring the area. Creagan Dubh also provides an ideal habitat for a variety of plant species, making it a significant ecological hotspot.

Overall, Creagan Dubh is a captivating hill in Perthshire, offering adventurous hikers an opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the region and enjoy breathtaking vistas from its summit.

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Creagan Dubh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.694397/-3.9446063 or Grid Reference NN8157. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road between the south shore of Loch Tummel and Frenich Wood Looking north-eastward.
Road between the south shore of Loch Tummel and Frenich Wood
Looking north-eastward.
Road beside the south shore of Loch Tummel near to Ceann na Coille Looking westward.
Road beside the south shore of Loch Tummel near to Ceann na Coille
Looking westward.
Enclosed road between Foss Home Farm and Donlellan Looking south-westward.
Enclosed road between Foss Home Farm and Donlellan
Looking south-westward.
Road, Ceann na Coille New generation of growth after the windthrow. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2966416">NN8058 : Ceann na Coille</a>
Road, Ceann na Coille
New generation of growth after the windthrow. NN8058 : Ceann na Coille
Loch Tummel Overzealous parking restrictions in the war on the campervan/low quality camper has meant that this loch now requires a long portage to get on to it.
Loch Tummel
Overzealous parking restrictions in the war on the campervan/low quality camper has meant that this loch now requires a long portage to get on to it.
South side of Loch Tummel after the parking ban There is now an 8k clearway here which means a long portage or a drop off if you want to get on the water.  The upside is that there will now be some great camping spots for the non motorised.
South side of Loch Tummel after the parking ban
There is now an 8k clearway here which means a long portage or a drop off if you want to get on the water. The upside is that there will now be some great camping spots for the non motorised.
Frenich Wood Mature conifer woodland near Loch Tummel, some trees were lost to windthrow nearby.
Frenich Wood
Mature conifer woodland near Loch Tummel, some trees were lost to windthrow nearby.
Ceann na Coille Some of the 5,000,000 trees lost by the Forestry Commission to windthrow around New Year 2012.
Ceann na Coille
Some of the 5,000,000 trees lost by the Forestry Commission to windthrow around New Year 2012.
The view of Strathtummel from Craigower The graceful mountain on the left is Schiehallion with Loch Tummel below. The far mountains are above Glen Coe with a slice of Loch Rannoch just visible below them.
The view of Strathtummel from Craigower
The graceful mountain on the left is Schiehallion with Loch Tummel below. The far mountains are above Glen Coe with a slice of Loch Rannoch just visible below them.
Frenich Wood Birches beside Loch Tummel.
Frenich Wood
Birches beside Loch Tummel.
Allt Tarruinchon In its gorge defended by the impenetrable Tay Forest Park.
Allt Tarruinchon
In its gorge defended by the impenetrable Tay Forest Park.
Allt Tarruinchon Emerging from its deeply cut gorge.
Allt Tarruinchon
Emerging from its deeply cut gorge.
Birch trees mark the gorge of Allt Tarruinchon Tay Forest Park - an impenetrable barrier - on the right.
Devilish heather underfoot!
Birch trees mark the gorge of Allt Tarruinchon
Tay Forest Park - an impenetrable barrier - on the right. Devilish heather underfoot!
Heather slopes up to Dubh Chnocan With deer fence to encourage tree regeneration.
Heather slopes up to Dubh Chnocan
With deer fence to encourage tree regeneration.
Heather on the western slopes of Dubh Chnochan Drumnakyle in the centre and Loch Tummel on the right.
Heather on the western slopes of Dubh Chnochan
Drumnakyle in the centre and Loch Tummel on the right.
Convenient natural footbridge Over the Allt Tarruinchon.
Convenient natural footbridge
Over the Allt Tarruinchon.
Sheepfold beside Allt Tarruinchon Drumnakyle visible through the trees.
Sheepfold beside Allt Tarruinchon
Drumnakyle visible through the trees.
Looking across the gorge of Allt Tarruinchon Towards Schiehallion with its top in mist.
Looking across the gorge of Allt Tarruinchon
Towards Schiehallion with its top in mist.
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Creagan Dubh is located at Grid Ref: NN8157 (Lat: 56.694397, Lng: -3.9446063)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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Located within 500m of 56.694397,-3.9446063
Cragan Dubh
Ele: 442
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 56.69329/-3.9417741
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