Creach Bheinn (Morvern)

Creach Bheinn
Glen Galmadale and the summit of Creach Bheinn seen from the south
Highest point
Elevation	853 m (2,799 ft)
Prominence	755 m (2,477 ft) Ranked 48th in British Isles
Parent peak	Sgurr Dhomhnuill
Listing	Corbett, Marilyn
Naming
English translation	Hill of spoil
Language of name	Scottish Gaelic
Pronunciation	Scottish Gaelic: [ˈkʰɾʲɛxveɲ]
Geography
Location	Ardgour, Highland, Scotland
Parent range	Northwest Highlands
OS grid	NM870576
Topo map	OS Landranger 49

Creach Bheinn is a prominent mountain in the Morvern area in the west of Scotland. It is less steep and even less frequently climbed than its northern neighbour, Garbh Bheinn, but the views to the south and west to the islands are open and extensive.

Ascents

Compared with other hills in the Ardgour area, the slopes of Creach Bheinn are smooth. The best starting point for the climbers is on the west side of the bridge at Glengalmadale. Parking is limited but sufficient for current demand. From there, a wet track followed by a boggy path lead up Glen Galmadale to the foot of the mountain, which is easily ascended. Alternatively, some or all of a horseshoe ridge can be included. The entire ridge, which includes two additional Marilyns, involves about 1,500 metres (4,900 feet) of uphill climbing.

Summit Camp

Near the summit there are ruins of a camp, which is thought to have been used by early surveyors.

References

• The Corbetts and Other Scottish Hills, (SMC Guide) ISBN 0-907521-29-0.
• Caledonia Hilltreks