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Carn Dearg Beag routes: 6 ways to the top
Standard Hiking RouteHiking · 8km · 650 m ascent · ~2h 40m · from Achintee FarmModerate
This route starts from Achintee Farm and follows a well-trodden path, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape, suitable for experienced hikers.
North Ridge RouteScrambling · 5km · 450 m ascent · ~1h 45m · from TorlundyGrade 1 Scramble
A straightforward scramble up the north ridge of Carn Dearg Beag, offering excellent views of the surrounding area.
East Face ClimbClimbing · 5km · from Steall Falls Car ParkGrade 3 Climb
The East Face provides a challenging climb with several technical sections, recommended for experienced climbers with proper gear.
South Ridge HikeHiking · 6km · 400 m ascent · ~1h 50m · from Glen NevisHiking
A scenic hike up the south ridge, providing panoramic views of the Nevis Range and beyond.
West ApproachHiking · 7km · 550 m ascent · ~2h 20m · from AchinteeHiking
A longer approach from the west, passing through varied terrain and offering a less crowded experience.
North Ridge ScrambleScrambling · 7km · from Glen Nevis Visitor CentreGrade 1 Scramble
The North Ridge offers a straightforward scramble with some exposure, ideal for those looking to experience scrambling without technical climbing.
Summit today
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Carn Dearg Beag each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 679m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Carn Dearg Beag 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 16:44
9h 24m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:18 and starts 15:46. From the summit you see the sun 07:14 to 16:50.
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About Carn Dearg Beag
Carn Dearg Beag is 679 m (2,228 ft) high with 64 m of prominence. It is in Highland, Scotland. It is the 1156th highest of the 1,458 summits Peakify lists in Highland. The nearest summits are Carn Dearg (1.1 km), Glas Bheinn (1.1 km) and Creagan nam Meann (2.4 km).
How high is Carn Dearg Beag?
Carn Dearg Beag is 679 metres high with 64 metres of prominence.
Where is Carn Dearg Beag?
Carn Dearg Beag is listed in Highland, Scotland.
Are there routes for Carn Dearg Beag?
Peakify lists 6 routes for Carn Dearg Beag, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is Standard Hiking Route (8km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Carn Dearg Beag 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 Carn Dearg Beag?
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.
