Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Cairn of Gowal
Cairn of Gowal — a mountain in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Cairn of Gowal is a named summit in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Listed in the Wikidata register of UK peaks; see the Wikipedia article for further details on the mountain's location, geology and walking routes.
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Place summary
The Cairn of Gowal is a prominent mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. This site is known for its distinctive geological features and natural landscape. It forms part of the rugged terrain characteristic of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 56.9228, -3.2731
Sources
- wikidata: Q20586819 (CC0)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cairn of Gowal?
- Cairn of Gowal is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Cairn of Gowal?
- Cairn of Gowal — a mountain in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cairn of Gowal?
- Its coordinates are 56.9228°, -3.2731°.
- Is Cairn of Gowal free to visit?
- Yes, Cairn of Gowal is free to enter.