Creag Dhubh, Newtonmore

Creag Dhubh is a rugged, prominent hill above Newtonmore’s woodlands, easily identified from the A9 or the Perth–Inverness railway.

Creag Dhubh, Newtonmore

Height	753m
Prominence	388m
Meaning	dark crag
Lists	Fionas (F9)
Location	Monadh Liath, Monadh Liath to Glen Roy
Grid Ref	NN677972
Lat/Lon	57.04714, -4.18075

Visible from both the A9 and the Perth-Inverness train line, Creag Dhubh is a striking, rugged hill overlooking the village of Newtonmore. It commands a fine position above Glen Banchor and Strathspey, with a long ridge running from north-east to south-west. Thanks to its relatively isolated setting, the summit offers excellent panoramic views in all directions.

The easiest and most popular route begins in Newtonmore, climbing through woodland before following the hill's crest to the summit. For a longer outing, a full traverse from Newtonmore to Loch Uvie is possible if return transport can be arranged. The annual Creag Dhubh hill race follows much of the route from Newtonmore, but turns back after reaching the minor summit at the north-eastern end of the hill's crest.

Routes up Creag Dhubh

Creag Dhubh from Newtonmore
	Hillwalking route up Creag Dhubh from Newtonmore through woodland and along its crest, with option to extend traverse down to Loch Uvie. Peaks : 1 Fiona/Graham Ascent : 510m (1670ft) Distance : 8km (5m) Time : 2:50hr