The Cairnwell Munros
Cairngorms National Park
Tour from Glenshee over Carn Aosda, The Cairnwell, Carn nan Sac and Carn a' Gheoidh
Ski Touring Moderate
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 720 m
- Descent
- 720 m
- Duration
- 5-6 hrs
- Low Point
- 645 m
- High Point
- 975 m
- Gradient
- 32˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's very remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between January and March. From a low point of 645 m to the maximum altitude of 975 m, the route covers 13 km, 720 vertical metres of ascent and 720 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 2.1 and Labande grade 2. You'll need skins and ice axe to complete it safely.
Description
Tour from Glenshee over Carn Aosda, The Cairnwell, Carn nan Sac and Carn a' Gheoidh. This route avoids potential avalanche slopes
Difficulty
Moderate
Slopes become slightly steeper at around 25-30 degrees.
Low Exposure (E1)
Exposure is limited to that of the slope itself. Getting hurt is still likely if the slope is steep and/or the snow is hard.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Equipment required
- Skins
- Ice axe