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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

Mount Keen - Braid Cairn

Free admission

Mount Keen - Braid Cairn — a mountain in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

Braid Cairn. - geograph.org.uk - 115994

Stuart Meek — 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)
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Mount Keen - Braid Cairn 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

Mount Keen - Braid Cairn is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is notable for its distinctive Braid Cairn, which serves as a prominent landmark in the region.

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Coordinates
56.9724, -2.9458

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Mount Keen - Braid Cairn?
Mount Keen - Braid Cairn is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
What is Mount Keen - Braid Cairn?
Mount Keen - Braid Cairn — a mountain in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Mount Keen - Braid Cairn?
Its coordinates are 56.9724°, -2.9458°.
Is Mount Keen - Braid Cairn free to visit?
Yes, Mount Keen - Braid Cairn is free to enter.