OS grid NH635023 Prominence 590 m | Translation red cairn (Gaelic) Parent range Monadh Liath Elevation 945 m Range Monadhliath Mountains | |
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Pronunciation Scottish Gaelic: [ˈkʰaːrˠn ˈtʲɛɾɛk] Similar Geal‑Chàrn, Càrn Mòr Dearg, Ben Alder, Aonach Beag, Creag Meagaidh | ||
Càrn Dearg is the highest peak of the Monadh Liath mountains in the Highlands of Scotland. Its eastern flanks slope steeply down into Glen Ballach, while to the north, the large plateau of the Monadh Liath extends for many miles. The nearest settlements are Newtonmore and Kingussie in the Spey valley. The rocky slopes of Carn Dearg and A' Chailleach contrast with the remainder of the Monadh Liath, which are described by Cameron McNeish as "sprawling, undistinguished affairs .
Map of Carn Dearg, Newtonmore, UK
References
Càrn Dearg, Monadh Liath Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA