Creag Leacach from Glenshee ski centre
A 988 m Munro in Lochnagar & the Angus Glens, climbed from Glenshee ski centre.
- Distance
- 11.4 km
- Ascent
- 520 m
- Time
- 3.5–4.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 988 m
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About this walk
Creag Leacach from Glenshee ski centre is a hard 11.4 km out-and-back walk with 520 m of ascent, taking 3.5 to 4.5 hours. It starts at Glenshee ski centre (grid reference NO 138 781). It climbs Creag Leacach (988 m), a Munro.
Creag Leacach is a 988 m Munro in Lochnagar & the Angus Glens, 2 km south-west of Glas Maol.
From Glenshee ski centre, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground.
Route
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The approach
From Glenshee ski centre, follow the path and tracks towards Creag Leacach.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Creag Leacach.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
988 m
Other routes up Creag Leacach
Questions about this walk
- How long does Creag Leacach from Glenshee ski centre take?
- Most walkers take 3.5–4.5 hours for the 11.4 km route, which has 520 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Glenshee ski centre (grid reference NO 138 781). Park considerately off the road; don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded hard. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Creag Leacach (988 m, Munro).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Deer stalking takes place on these hills from mid-August to October. Stick to the main paths and check Heading for the Scottish Hills before you go.
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