Mayar from Glen Doll car park
A 929 m Munro in Lochnagar & the Angus Glens, climbed from Glen Doll car park.
- Distance
- 12.1 km
- Ascent
- 670 m
- Time
- 4–5.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 929 m
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About this walk
Mayar from Glen Doll car park is a hard 12.1 km out-and-back walk with 670 m of ascent, taking 4 to 5.5 hours. It starts at Glen Doll car park (grid reference NO 283 761). It climbs Mayar (929 m), a Munro.
At 929 m (3,047 ft), Mayar is one of the Munros of Lochnagar & the Angus Glens, standing 3 km west of Driesh.
This route starts from Glen Doll car park and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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1
The approach
From Glen Doll car park, follow the path and tracks towards Mayar.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Mayar.
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3
Return
Retrace your steps to the start.
Summit
929 m
Other routes up Mayar
Questions about this walk
- How long does Mayar from Glen Doll car park take?
- Most walkers take 4–5.5 hours for the 12.1 km route, which has 670 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 Glen Doll car park (grid reference NO 283 761). 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 hard. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Mayar (929 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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