Geallaig and the Gairn

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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.

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  • 4/5

Rating

Terrain

Good tracks throughout, through exposed heathery moorland.

Public Transport

None to start.

Start

Opposite Braenaloin on the B976. Open in Google Maps.

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