Creag Ruadh, Strath Mashie
Standing above the eastern end of Loch Laggan, Creag Ruadh is a little hill with several minor summits overlooking the forests of Strath Mashie.
Creag Ruadh, Strath Mashie
| Height | 622m |
| Prominence | 310m |
| Meaning | red crag |
| Lists | Fionas (F200) |
| Location | Creag Meagaidh and neighbours, Monadh Liath to Glen Roy |
| Grid Ref | NN558913 |
| Lat/Lon | 56.99113, -4.37491 |
Creag Ruadh stands above the eastern end of Loch Laggan, its rounded ridge and minor summits curving around Coire na Lairige between Strath Mashie and the Spey.
Several approaches lead to Creag Ruadh. The shortest begins at Feagour where a forestry track winds through Black Wood, and to a way-marked path climbing a heather-clad crest scattered with Scots pines. Another route begins near the Spey Dam, visiting the site of the ancient fort of Dun-da-Iamh before ascending Creag Ruadh.
Routes up Creag Ruadh
Black Craig and Creag Ruadh from Feagour | |
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Hillwalking route from Feagour through Black Wood to Black Craig and Creag Ruadh, a heather crest to a trig point summit with fine views. Peaks : 1 Fiona
Ascent : 440m (1440ft) Distance : 7km (4m) Time : 2:30hr | |
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