Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands
Mount Keen
Also known as: Mon Caoin
Mount Keen — Named summit at 939 m.
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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
Mount Keen is a named summit in the United Kingdom. Also known as: Mon Caoin. Wikidata describes it as: "Named summit at 939 m.". Coordinates: 56.9698°, -2.9736°.
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Official information
Mount Keen is a prominent hill located in Scotland, known for its scenic walking routes and stunning views. Visitors can enjoy various trails leading to the summit, making it a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
From the Wikipedia article
Mount Keen (Scottish Gaelic: Monadh Caoin) is a 939-metre-high (3,081 ft) mountain in Scotland and the most easterly Munro. It can be accessed from several directions, South from Glen Mark, North from Glen Tanar, and East to Braid Cairn. It is a moderate walk which is most popularly started by mountain bike, riding through the native Caledonian pine forest of Glen Tanar from Aboyne. On a good day, the Cairngorms, especially Lochnagar, can be seen. The summit is marked by a trig point.
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- Coordinates
- 56.9698, -2.9736
- Address
- Aberdeenshire / Angus, Scotland
- Official site
- www.hill-bagging.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n304816194 (ODbL)
- wikipedia: Mount Keen (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: The view into Glen Esk, From West Knock - geograph.org.uk - 566327.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Mount Keen?
- Mount Keen is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Mount Keen?
- Mount Keen — Named summit at 939 m.
- How do I get to Mount Keen?
- Its coordinates are 56.9698°, -2.9736°.
- Is Mount Keen free to visit?
- Yes, Mount Keen is free to enter.