Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Cairn Plew
In or near Alyth.
Cairn Plew — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 497 m.
James Allan — 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 Plew is a mountain located in scotland highlands. Elevation: 497 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 Plew is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is part of the rugged landscape characteristic of this region, offering a range of outdoor activities for visitors. The area is known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife, making it a suitable destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. Expect challenging terrain and stunning views typical of the Scottish Highlands.
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- Coordinates
- 56.7119, -3.2035
- District
- Angus
- Postcode
- PH11 8PR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Angus and Perthshire Glens
Sources
- osm: n2471316439 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cairn Plew?
- Cairn Plew is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PH11 8PR).
- What is Cairn Plew?
- Cairn Plew — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 497 m.
- How do I get to Cairn Plew?
- The nearest town is Alyth. Drivers can use postcode PH11 8PR.
- How do I get to Cairn Plew?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode PH11 8PR. It sits within the Angus and Perthshire Glens parliamentary constituency.