Cairngorms

Bynack More

1,090 metres · 1 detailed route

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Bynack More

Bynack More from Glenmore

Route overview

This popular Cairngorms outing leads to the prominent summit of Bynack More, starting from the Caledonian pines of Glenmore. The route passes the scenic, green-hued Lochan Uaine before climbing onto the vast, open moors. A steady ascent along a well-defined path leads to the high granite tors and superb, expansive views from the summit.

Terrain and underfoot

The route follows excellent, well-maintained paths and land tracks for the majority of the journey. Underfoot conditions are generally dry and straightforward, though the final pull up the north ridge of Bynack More becomes steeper and more gravelly. Navigation is fairly intuitive in clear weather.

Distance
22.6 km
Ascent
870 m
Typical time
6 - 7.5 hoursStandard moving time
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Getting there and parking

Driving and parking

Allt Mor, closed Bynack More approach

Allt Mòr and Allt Ban car parks and the Ryvoan approach are closed following the July 2026 wildfire. Check current official alerts before planning this route.

Before you go
Nearby open car parks do not reopen the closed mountain approach. Do not use Glenmore Lodge roadside parking, which can obstruct rescue access.
Sources checked 2 October 2026

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Guidebook & paper maps

The Munros

Scottish Mountaineering Club · 4th edition (2021)

  • M54 · p. 196
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Walking the Munros · Volume 2

Cicerone

Northern Highlands and the Cairngorms

  • Guide route 9 · p. 72

Latest edition: 4th (2022). Edition of page references unconfirmed.

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The Munro Almanac

Cameron McNeish · 2011

Northern Cairngorms

  • Munro description · p. 72

100 Best Routes on Scottish Mountains

Ralph Storer · 1997

Bynack More and Cairn GormGuide route 84 · p. 174

Page numbers vary by edition.

OS Explorer · 1:25,000
  • OL57Cairn Gorm & Aviemore
OS Landranger · 1:50,000
  • 36Grantown & Aviemore

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Mountain planning note

Route times and descriptions are planning estimates. Recheck mountain weather, access, daylight, river levels and your own experience before setting out.