Beinn a' Chaorainn (Glen Derry)
Munro peak above Glen Avon
Beinn a'Chaorainn is the highest point on the vast grass-covered plain east of Glen Derry and the Lairig an Laoigh. Fairly pathless terrain will challenge navigation skills in restricted visibility.Beinn a' Chaorainn
| Height | 1083m |
| Prominence | 246m |
| Meaning | mountain of the rowan |
| Lists | Munro, 58 |
| Location | East of Lairig an Laoigh, Cairngorms and North East Grampians |
| Grid Ref | NJ045013 |
| Lat/Lon | 57.0932, -3.57728 |
Beinn a'Chaorainn along with Beinn Bhreac form a long plateau of upland moorland (called Moine Bhealaidh) east of Glen Derry in the heart of the Cairngorms. Beinn a'Chaorainn itself is predominantly heather and grass covered with two bouldery summits, the higher of which overlooks the Lairig an Laoigh (pass of the calf).
When aiming for Beinn a'Chaorainn, most hillwalkers will add Beinn Bhreac into their itinerary. Be prepared, there is a fair bit of a slog over moorland and occasional bog between the two Munro summits, difficult to navigate if visibility is poor !
Routes up Beinn a' Chaorainn
Ben Avon and neighbours from Linn of Quoich | |
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A fine route up Ben Avon and neighbouring Munros through Scots Pine forests full of wildlife - from grouse and deer to snakes and ant colonies. Higher up the route continues amongst dramatic scenery of cliffs and weird volcanic tors, where ptarmigan and hare entertain. Peaks : 4 Munros
Ascent : 1740m (5710ft) Distance : 50km (31m) Time : 12:15hr |
Beinn a' Chaorainn and Beinn Bhreac | |
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Beinn a' Chaorainn and Beinn Bhreac are not the most exciting Munros in the Cairngorms, but views from their summits to surrounding peaks and landscapes are rather fine.
The cyclable route in through Glen Derry to the foot of these hills is through lovely Scots Pine forests full of wildlife - if you're luck, you might even see a capercaillie ! Peaks : 2 Munros
Ascent : 850m (2790ft) Distance : 28km (17m) Time : 7hr |
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