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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills Β· Scottish Highlands

Cairn Hillock

Cairn Hillock β€” mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 708 m.

Derelict shelter on Cairn Hillock - geograph.org.uk - 5264919

Gary Dickson β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
  • Dog-friendly

About

Cairn Hillock is a mountain located in scotland highlands. Elevation: 708 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Place summary

Cairn Hillock is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. This prominent peak offers visitors expansive views of the surrounding landscape typical of the region. It is characterised by rugged terrain and natural beauty, appealing to hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area is also noted for its diverse wildlife and unique flora.

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Coordinates
56.9821, -3.0398

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Cairn Hillock

Places to stay

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Caravan parks Β· Scottish Highlands

Ballater Caravan Park

Ballater Caravan Park β€” a caravan park in scotland highlands.

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Hostels Β· Scottish Highlands

Ballater Hostel

Ballater Hostel β€” a hostel in scotland highlands.

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Hotels Β· Scottish Highlands

House of Mark

House of Mark β€” a hotel in scotland highlands.

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Hotels Β· Scottish Highlands

Gairnshiel Lodge

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Caravan parks Β· Scottish Highlands

Tarland Camping and Caravanning Club

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Caravan parks Β· Scottish Highlands

Aboyne Loch Caravan Park

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cairn Hillock?
Cairn Hillock is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
What is Cairn Hillock?
Cairn Hillock β€” mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 708 m.
How do I get to Cairn Hillock?
Its coordinates are 56.9821Β°, -3.0398Β°.