THE 282 · #28
Càrn an Tuirc
1019 m
Cairn of the Boar
🥾 Planned
Height rank117 of 282
RegionCairngorms
Coordinates56.908270°N
3.357120°W
3.357120°W
OS grid refNO 17455 80472
At a glance
The essentials at a glance
Height1019 m
Distance19 km
Elevation gain891 m
Guide time6-8 hours
Difficulty3/5
Route & visit
Plan your adventure
Route typeRound Trip
ParkingNot yet added
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About Càrn an Tuirc
Càrn an Tuirc rises above the Glenshee Pass in the eastern Cairngorms, its broad, stony summit overlooking sweeping moorland and neighbouring Highland peaks. Meaning Hill of the Wild Boar, it forms part of a popular four-Munro circuit with Cairn of Claise, Glas Maol and Creag Leacach. The walk crosses open plateaux, gentle ridges and rocky ground, rewarding walkers with expansive views and a memorable journey through the spacious, beautiful landscapes of the southern Cairngorms.
Our experience
Stories from the hills
Our story from Càrn an Tuirc 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.