THE 282 · #80
Beinn a' Chaorainn (Cairngorms)
1082 m
Mountain of the Rowan
🥾 Planned

Height rank62nd of 282
RegionCairngorms
Coordinates57.093260°N
3.557743°W
3.557743°W
OS grid refNJ 04516 01350
At a glance
The essentials at a glance
Height1082 m
Guide time8-10 hours
Difficulty4/5
Route & visit
Plan your adventure
Route typeRound Trip
ParkingNot yet added
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About Beinn a' Chaorainn (Cairngorms)
Beinn a' Chaorainn rises above the remote Lairig an Laoigh pass in the eastern Cairngorms, with steep western slopes overlooking Glen Derry. Its rounded summit offers expansive views towards Beinn Mheadhoin, Ben Macdui and the surrounding granite mountains. Commonly climbed with Beinn Bhreac, the route crosses ancient pinewoods and the vast, boggy Moine Bhealaidh plateau. The mountain's quiet setting, dramatic corries and far reaching panoramas create a rewarding adventure in Scotland's wild mountain heart and wilderness.
Our experience
Stories from the hills
Our story from Beinn a' Chaorainn (Cairngorms) will appear here after the adventure, alongside the photographs, route notes and things we learned along the way.
Full route guide, photos and our experience coming soon.Check back later for a detailed write-up.
