3,435 ft · Southern Highlands, Scotland
Creag Mhòr
Creag Mhòr is a 3,435 ft peak in the Southern Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Normal Route via Sron nan Eun: 13 mi, 3,120 ft of gain, Class 2.
Creag Mhòr at a glance
- Elevation3,435 ft1,046 m
- RouteNormal Route via Sron nan EunClass 2
- Distance13 mi3,120 ft gain
- Time8 – 10 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeSouthern HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Normal Route via Sron nan Eun
From Killin on the A827, follow the minor road up Glen Lochay and start from the Glen Lochay car park, a short way before Kenknock, since the road end has no parking. Walk on up the glen and follow the hydro and estate tracks west past Batavaime, then climb the southeast ridge over Sron nan Eun, where a path picks through crags to the summit. The route is Class 2 on rough, partly pathless ground. The glen approach is long, so a bike helps on the tracks. Usually combined with Beinn Heasgarnich via a detour around crags and a boggy bealach.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (35–55 L)
Hiking Boots
Water
Offline Maps
Headlamp
Satellite Communicator
Whistle
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Sun Hat
Midlayer
Insulated Jacket
Hardshell Jacket
Warm Hat
Buff
Midweight Gloves
Trekking Poles
GPS Device
Power Bank
Water Filter
First-Aid Kit
Emergency Bivy
What to watch for
- Boggy terrain
- Route-finding difficulty
- Remote location
- Low visibility
Quests with Creag Mhòr
MunrosPeaks near Creag Mhòr
Frequently asked questions
How tall is Creag Mhòr?
Creag Mhòr is 3,435 feet (1,046 m) tall. It is in the Southern Highlands, Scotland.
How does Creag Mhòr rank among the Munros?
At 3,435 feet, Creag Mhòr is the 83rd highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Creag Mhòr?
The Normal Route via Sron nan Eun is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 13 miles with 3,120 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Creag Mhòr?
Most people take 8 – 10 hours round trip on the Normal Route via Sron nan Eun, covering 13 miles with 3,120 feet of elevation gain. That is a long day, so start before dawn and set a turnaround time.
Can a beginner hike Creag Mhòr?
The Normal Route via Sron nan Eun needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 13 miles with 3,120 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.
When is the best time to hike Creag Mhòr?
The usual hiking window is May to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
Climb Creag Mhòr with Yak
Plan your route on a topo map, check the summit forecast, then log your climb and see what is left on your list