Routes up
Beinn a' Chrulaiste routes: 3 ways to the top
Standard RouteHiking · 8km · 700 m ascent · ~2h 45m · from AltnafeadhModerate
The standard route up Beinn a Chrulaiste starts from Altnafeadh, it offers stunning views of the surrounding Glencoe area, the path is well-trodden and suitable for most hikers.
North RidgeScrambling · 7km · 680 m ascent · ~2h 30m · from AltnafeadhModerate
The North Ridge route involves some scrambling and is less frequented, it provides a more adventurous ascent with rewarding views.
East RidgeScrambling · 9km · 750 m ascent · ~3h 5m · from AltnafeadhModerate
The East Ridge is a longer route that includes sections of Grade 1 scrambling, it is ideal for those looking for a bit more challenge.
Summit today
Is it safe to climb Beinn a' Chrulaiste today?
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Beinn a' Chrulaiste each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 857m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Beinn a' Chrulaiste each night this week, from cloud cover, moonlight and local light pollution.
Snow · 7 days
Snowfall and lying snow at the summit over the next 7 days.
Sun today
Sunrise 07:20, sunset 16:46
9h 26m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:17 and starts 15:48. From the summit you see the sun 07:13 to 16:52.
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About Beinn a' Chrulaiste
Beinn a' Chrulaiste is 857 m (2,812 ft) high with 464 m of prominence. It is in Highland, Scotland. It is the 543rd highest of the 1,458 summits Peakify lists in Highland. The nearest summits are Meall Bhalach (1.7 km), Meall Bhalach East Top (2.2 km) and Buachaille Etive Mor - Stob Dearg (3.4 km).
How high is Beinn a' Chrulaiste?
Beinn a' Chrulaiste is 857 metres high with 464 metres of prominence.
Where is Beinn a' Chrulaiste?
Beinn a' Chrulaiste is listed in Highland, Scotland.
Are there routes for Beinn a' Chrulaiste?
Peakify lists 3 routes for Beinn a' Chrulaiste, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is Standard Route (8km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Beinn a' Chrulaiste today?
Peakify rates each day on the summit Good, Marginal or Poor from the forecast summit wind, gusts, chance of rain and wind chill. Wind of 40 mph or gusts of 65 mph make it Poor; wind of 25 mph, gusts of 45 mph, a 60% chance of rain or a feels-like temperature of -8°C or below make it Marginal. Today's and tomorrow's ratings are at the top of this page. The rating covers the weather only: also check your route, daylight, kit and experience, and in winter whether you need an ice axe and crampons.
What weather information is shown for Beinn a' Chrulaiste?
The page includes cached mountain forecast context, snow outlook, dark-sky signals, cloud-inversion information, sunrise, sunset, and summit planning details where available.
Peakify is run by Sam Tyler, who has climbed Yr Wyddfa 22 times. The forecast refreshes every hour; how our forecast works.
