The Cairnwell Munros

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Summary

The Cairnwell is the most prominent of the group of three Munros on the west side of the Cairnwell pass. The Cairnwell and Càrn Aosda are made easily accessible but also scarred by the ski developments; Càrn a'Ghèoidh provides a wilder diversion.

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Bog Factor (key)

  • 3/5

Rating

Terrain

There isn't a path the whole way but the terrain gives straightforward hillwalking in normal conditions.

Public Transport

None to start - nearest is occassional bus to Spittal of Glenshee from Blairgowrie.

Start

Glenshee Ski Centre (parking charge). Open in Google Maps.

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