Beinn a' Bhùird
Beinn a' Bhùird
Route overview
This longer but rewarding outing climbs the vast eastern Cairngorm giant of Beinn a' Bhùird from the south. Starting with a scenic walk through the ancient pine forests of Glen Quoich, the route ascends a restored path to reach an expansive, high-altitude stony plateau. The dramatic eastern corries and cliffs provide a spectacular contrast to the gentle approach.
Terrain and underfoot
The approach follows excellent estate tracks through Glen Quoich before transitioning to a well-constructed, restored path climbing to the ridge of An Diollaid. Higher up, the terrain becomes a stony, windswept plateau where navigation is highly demanding in poor visibility. A key river crossing at the Allt an Dubh-Ghleann requires wading under normal conditions and becomes entirely impassable during periods of heavy rain or snowmelt.
- Distance
- 27.7 km
- Ascent
- 1,011 m
- Typical time
- 7.5 - 9.5 hoursStandard moving time
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Getting there and parking
Driving and parking
Linn of Quoich, Beinn a Bhuird start
The parking area is at the public-road end by Quoich bridge, grid NO116909. This is a separate site and approach from Linn of Dee.
Gravel parking beside Quoich bridge, with edge rows and a through aisle. Keep storage or works areas clear.
Approximately 17 to 22 cars
- Cost and payment
- Parking costs £5 for cars and motorcycles or £6 for motorhomes, and is free for NTS members, with a maximum one-night stay.