Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Cairn Shiel
Cairn Shiel — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 474 m.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
Cairn Shiel is a mountain located in scotland highlands. Elevation: 474 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 Shiel is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. Known for its rugged terrain and scenic vistas, it offers a challenging environment for climbers and hikers. The area is characterised by its dramatic landscapes, typical of the Highlands, featuring heather-covered slopes and rocky outcrops. Visitors can expect a remote setting, ideal for outdoor activities and enjoying the natural beauty of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 56.8078, -3.1436
- District
- Angus
- Postcode
- DD8 4SD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Angus and Perthshire Glens
Sources
- osm: n2436818378 (ODbL)
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Where to eat & stay near Cairn Shiel
Places to stay
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Places to eat & drink
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cairn Shiel?
- Cairn Shiel is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode DD8 4SD).
- What is Cairn Shiel?
- Cairn Shiel — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 474 m.
- How do I get to Cairn Shiel?
- Drivers can use postcode DD8 4SD.
- How do I get to Cairn Shiel?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DD8 4SD. It sits within the Angus and Perthshire Glens parliamentary constituency.