Cairn Gorm from Coire Cas car park
A 1245 m Munro in Cairngorms, climbed from Coire Cas car park.
- Distance
- 8.3 km
- Ascent
- 620 m
- Time
- 3–4 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 1245 m
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About this walk
Cairn Gorm from Coire Cas car park is a moderate 8.3 km out-and-back walk with 620 m of ascent, taking 3 to 4 hours. It starts at Coire Cas car park (grid reference NH 989 061). It climbs Cairn Gorm (1,245 m), a Munro.
At 1,245 m (4,084 ft), Cairn Gorm is one of the Munros of Cairngorms, standing 3 km north-west of Beinn Mheadhoin.
From Coire Cas car park, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground.
Route
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1
The approach
From Coire Cas car park, follow the path and tracks towards Cairn Gorm.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Cairn Gorm.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
1245 m
Other routes up Cairn Gorm
Questions about this walk
- How long does Cairn Gorm from Coire Cas car park take?
- Most walkers take 3–4 hours for the 8.3 km route, which has 620 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Coire Cas car park (grid reference NH 989 061). Park considerately off the road; don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded moderate. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Cairn Gorm (1245 m, Munro).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Deer stalking takes place on these hills from mid-August to October. Stick to the main paths and check Heading for the Scottish Hills before you go.
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