Creag Bhalg
Mountain in Scotland
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The hike up Creag Bhalg
The route starts at Linn of Dee — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Creag Bhalg?
Creag Bhalg is 668 m above sea level and lies in Scotland. Its prominence is 160 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Creag Bhalg?
From Linn of Dee it is about 4.5 km one way with 323 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 16 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Creag Bhalg?
The nearest parking is Linn of Dee (southwest of the peak) — 4.5 km on foot · ↑ 323 m · about 3 h 16 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area south of the peak (about 4.8 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 Creag Bhalg in Conquer?
Yes — Creag Bhalg 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 Creag Bhalg in the app
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