Glas Maol, Creag Leacach, Cairn of Claise and Carn an Tuirc
Four rounded Munros east of the Cairnwell Pass, from the Glenshee ski centre.
- Distance
- 19.6 km
- Ascent
- 890 m
- Time
- 6–8 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 1068 m
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About this walk
Glas Maol, Creag Leacach, Cairn of Claise and Carn an Tuirc is a moderate 19.6 km circular walk with 890 m of ascent, taking 6 to 8 hours. It starts at Glenshee ski centre, A93 (grid reference NO 138 781). It climbs 4 listed hills, the highest Glas Maol at 1,068 m.
The high start at the Glenshee ski centre makes these four Munros one of the easier big days. The route climbs Carn an Tuirc, then crosses the broad plateau to Cairn of Claise and Glas Maol.
From Glas Maol, a stony ridge leads south to Creag Leacach before the route returns to the ski centre. Easy walking in clear weather, but confusing in mist.
Route
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1
Carn an Tuirc
Climb from the A93 up Carn an Tuirc.
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2
Cairn of Claise and Glas Maol
Cross the plateau to Cairn of Claise and on to Glas Maol.
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3
Creag Leacach
Follow the stony ridge to Creag Leacach, then return to the ski centre.
Summits
1019 m
1063 m
1068 m
988 m
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Questions about this walk
- How long does Glas Maol, Creag Leacach, Cairn of Claise and Carn an Tuirc take?
- Most walkers take 6–8 hours for the 19.6 km route, which has 890 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 Glenshee ski centre, A93 (grid reference NO 138 781). Large car park at the ski centre.
- 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 ski tracks; broad, grassy plateau; stony ridge to Creag Leacach.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Glas Maol (1068 m, Munro); Cairn of Claise (1063 m, Munro); Carn an Tuirc (1019 m, Munro); Creag Leacach (988 m, Munro).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Keep clear of ski operations in winter.
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