Carn Bhac
Mountain in Scotland · 945 m
The hike up Carn Bhac
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Weather forecast
Next 10 daysParking and starting point
Check signage and any parking fees on site.
More peaks nearby
Frequently asked questions
How high is Carn Bhac?
Carn Bhac is 945 m above sea level and lies in Scotland. Its prominence is 187 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Carn Bhac?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 9.8 km one way with 759 m of ascent. Expect around 5 h 37 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Carn Bhac?
The nearest parking is the parking area northeast of the peak — 9.8 km on foot · ↑ 759 m · about 5 h 37 min round trip. Alternative: Muir Cottage (north of the peak) (about 11.2 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Carn Bhac in Conquer?
Yes — Carn Bhac is one of 17,154 peaks in United Kingdom in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Carn Bhac in the app
Check in on the summit, verified by GPS. Collect peaks across United Kingdom, build streaks and level up together with your friends.
Download on theApp StoreFree to download