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Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

Càrnan Cruithneachd

Free admission

Càrnan Cruithneachd — Named summit at 729 m.

Càrnan Cruithneachd, mountains & hills in Scottish Highlands

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Càrnan Cruithneachd is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 729 m.". Coordinates: 57.2789°, -5.3286°.

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Official information

Càrnan Cruithneachd is a hill located in the Kintail region of Scotland, known for its scenic views and hiking opportunities. Visitors can enjoy various trails leading to the summit, which offers panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscape.

From the Wikipedia article

Carnan Cruithneachd (728 m) is a mountain in the Northwest Highlands of Scotland. It is located in the Kintail area of Ross-shire, on the southern side of Glen Elchaig. The peak has a very steep northern face, but its other side's are more gentle and form a gentle plateau. The nearest village is Dornie to its west.

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Coordinates
57.2789, -5.3286
Address
Ross-shire, Scotland

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Càrnan Cruithneachd?
Càrnan Cruithneachd is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
What is Càrnan Cruithneachd?
Càrnan Cruithneachd — Named summit at 729 m.
How do I get to Càrnan Cruithneachd?
Its coordinates are 57.2789°, -5.3286°.
Is Càrnan Cruithneachd free to visit?
Yes, Càrnan Cruithneachd is free to enter.