Hutchinson Hut

Cairngorms National Park

Aviemore to Hutchinson Hut

Also in Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom • Moray, United Kingdom

Hiking Moderate

Distance: 21 km
Ascent: 774 m
Descent: 1.2 km
Duration: 5-6 hrs

Low Point: 239 m
High Point: 1.3 km
Gradient: 19˚

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's very remote, it features high exposure and is typically done all year round. From a low point of 239 m to the maximum altitude of 1.3 km, the route covers 21 km, 774 vertical metres of ascent and 1225 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Great views over the Cairngorms on this bothy bagging adventure - careful in the Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.

High Exposure

Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.

Remoteness

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

Features

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