Dunkeld (Craig a Barns)
Quartzite Faces SW tradsport Diff to E5 / f8a
The schist crags of Craig a Barns rise through the pines above Dunkeld, giving Perthshire's best roadside climbing. Polney Crag offers friendly slabs and grooves, while the steep Upper Cave Crag holds classic hard trad and Scotland's first generation of sport routes. A sheltered, quick-drying inland venue that works when the Highlands are wet.
Conditions right now
Classics
| Route | Grade |
|---|---|
| Kestrel Crack | S 4a |
| Coffin Corner | HVS 5a |
| Rat Race | E4 6a |
| In Loving Memory | E4 6a |
Access & approach
Park in the lay-by on the A923 below Polney Crag; short walks through the woods. NTS/estate woodland - keep to paths.
Always check the BMC Regional Access Database (RAD) for current restrictions and seasonal bird bans before visiting. County: Perth and Kinross. View on OpenStreetMap ↗