Overview
This 100m high, barrel shaped buttress guards the entrance to an impressive 1.5km meltwater ravine. Made of the highest quality micro granite, this is a must visit crag for those operating at the grade. A beautiful walk in through a river valley leads to the crag past short waterfalls. The sunny boulders at the bottom are great for spotting sunbathing Adders!
Wonderful, magic, rough, sparkly rock!
Crag Height
Up to 100m
Crag Altitude
560m ASL
Number Of Routes On Crag
30
Rock Type
Mica Schist
Famous/Most Popular Routes
Holy Smoke 75m VS 4c
Positive Earth 80m E1 5c
Working Class Hero 85m E2 5c
Max Ratio
1:2
Approach Time To Crag (Approximate)
2.5 hours
Total Distance Covered During Experience (Round Trip)
12km
Meeting location
Dalwhinnie
Experience Duration
1 Day
Pre-requisites
Strong summer hillwalking experience required for the approach to and return from the crag. Prior rock-climbing experience is required as there are no high quality easy climbing routes. Please ensure you meet our requirements for VS standard experiences as prior experience is required for routes graded HS or above. Please see our Grades Explained Page for more details.
Additional information
Single day experiences typically start at 9am and finish at 4:30pm. Please note that remote crags or long routes require the experience to start earlier and finish later than this. You may climb one long route or several shorter routes in a day, dependant on ability and time. You will be guided on the routes by an independently qualified, fully insured and competent Rock Climbing and Mountaineering Instructor. The instructor will choose routes based on your experience, fitness and preferences and will aways try to give you several options. All climbing equipment required for the route and instruction on its use is included. Clients may use their own equipment following an inspection by the Instructor. Clients must ensure they bring appropriate clothing as listed on our kit list page. In case of dangerous weather conditions an alternative activity or a full refund will be offered. Please read our Terms and Conditions for further information.