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Natural landmarks · Central Scotland

Beinn a' Chreachain

In or near Bridge of Orchy.

Free admission

Beinn a' Chreachain — 1080m high mountain in Scotland.

Beinn a' Chreachain, natural landmarks in Central Scotland

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Bridge of Orchy · 8.7 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Beinn a' Chreachain is a named natural landmark in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "1080m high mountain in Scotland". Coordinates: 56.5604°, -4.6476°.

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Official information

Beinn a' Chreachain is a mountain located in the Bridge of Orchy region, known for its impressive northern flank, Coire an Lochain, which features a scenic lochan. The summit offers expansive views over the flat terrain of Rannoch Moor, making it a popular destination for hikers.

From the Wikipedia article

Beinn a' Chreachain (lit. "Mountain of Scallops") is a Scottish mountain, with a conical top, to the north-west of Loch Lyon.

Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.

Coordinates
56.5604, -4.6476
Address
Perth and Kinross, Scotland
Nearest railway station
Bridge of Orchy8.7 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Beinn a' Chreachain?
Beinn a' Chreachain is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
What is Beinn a' Chreachain?
Beinn a' Chreachain — 1080m high mountain in Scotland.
How do I get to Beinn a' Chreachain?
The nearest railway station is Bridge of Orchy, about 8.7 km away. Its coordinates are 56.5604°, -4.6476°.
Is Beinn a' Chreachain free to visit?
Yes, Beinn a' Chreachain is free to enter.