Geallaig and the Gairn
Summary
Geallaig is an extensive heathery hill that encloses the northern side of Deeside from Balmoral to Ballater. A superb viewpoint, it is climbed easily following rough tracks; this route extends the outing by continuing on tracks down to a remote stretch of Glen Gairn, making for an enjoyable outing - with easy conditions underfoot.
Terrain
Good tracks throughout, through exposed heathery moorland.
Public Transport
None to start.
Start
Opposite Braenaloin on the B976.