Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Cairndoor Hill
In or near Crathie.
Cairndoor Hill — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 569 m.

Alan O'Dowd — 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
Cairndoor Hill is a mountain located in scotland highlands. Elevation: 569 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Place summary
Cairndoor Hill is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is part of the rugged terrain characteristic of this region, offering expansive views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can expect a challenging hike with varied terrain, suitable for experienced walkers. The natural beauty and solitude of the area make it a notable destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
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- Coordinates
- 57.1099, -3.1493
- District
- Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB35 5UR
- Parliamentary constituency
- West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
Sources
- osm: n2437253562 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cairndoor Hill?
- Cairndoor Hill is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB35 5UR).
- What is Cairndoor Hill?
- Cairndoor Hill — mountain in scotland highlands. Elevation: 569 m.
- How do I get to Cairndoor Hill?
- The nearest town is Crathie. Drivers can use postcode AB35 5UR.
- How do I get to Cairndoor Hill?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode AB35 5UR. It sits within the West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine parliamentary constituency.