Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Carn Etchachan
Carn Etchachan — 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)
- Nearest railway station
- Ptarmigan Station · 4.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Carn Etchachan 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
Carn Etchachan is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is part of the Cairngorms range and is known for its rugged terrain and significant elevation. The mountain offers striking views of the surrounding landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 57.0883, -3.6466
- Nearest railway station
- Ptarmigan Station — 4 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q13125962 (CC0)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Carn Etchachan?
- Carn Etchachan is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Carn Etchachan?
- Carn Etchachan — a mountain in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Carn Etchachan?
- The nearest railway station is Ptarmigan Station, about 4.0 km away. Its coordinates are 57.0883°, -3.6466°.
- Is Carn Etchachan free to visit?
- Yes, Carn Etchachan is free to enter.
- How do I get to Carn Etchachan?
- The nearest railway station is Ptarmigan Station, about 4.0 km away.