Glen Creran

Dramatic gorge and glen in native woodland

You can stroll through peaceful oak, willow and birch woods that cloak the secluded gorge of Allt a’Mhuilinn, crossing the lively burn. Pass through a young regenerating native forest which provides a peaceful stillness to your visit. Vast fields of bluebells and ransoms (wild garlic) transform the forest floor in Spring. The views are stunning.

When you reach the higher points of the trail sneak a peak across to the solitary Beinn Sgulaird, an impressive Munro that dominates the glen. There are also glimpses of beautiful Glen Ure, once home to the government factor Colin Roy Campbell (The Red Fox) whose murder in 1752 inspired Robert Louis Stevenson’s novel Kidnapped.

Walking trails

Glen Creran route card (PDF)

Walking

Pine Marten Trail

Cross the Allt a Mhuilinn gorge and explore an area of restored native woodland. Discover the veteran trees that have stood strong and provided the seed source for the next generation of young trees.

Loose and uneven gravel surface, with long firm grassy sections. Some steep slopes. Includes a wide footbridge.

1 ¼ miles / 2.2 km

Allow
1 hour

More information

At the start, this trail follows a spectacular gorge, carved out over centuries by the tumbling Allt Coire Mulrooney. Imagine the power of the water as you look down onto the cascades.

Activities

Beinn Sgulaird hill path

The car park in Glen Creran is a popular place to start the climb up the lofty and isolated Beinn Sgulaird, which dominates the glen. This walk is tough, remote and exposed and is suitable for experienced hillwalkers only.

Long distance walk

A long distance route connects Glen Creran with Glen Duror and Ballachulish. This too is a serious undertaking so do make sure you are properly equipped.

Facilities and access

Walking

Parking

Viewpoint

Mountain access

The nearest public toilets, shop and cafe can be found at Port Appin.

Getting here

Our car park in Glen Creran is at the end of an unclassified road leading off the A828 at Creagan, between Oban and Ballachulish.

At the roundabout just east of Creagan, follow the sign for Invercreran. After about 2 miles, bear left onto a single track road and continue up the glen for about another 2½ miles. The car park is at the end of the public road.

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PA38 4BJ is the nearest postcode.

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