The Cairngorms are ‘a little piece of the arctic in Scotland’ according to the SMC Munros Guide and the area contains many of the tallest peaks in the East Highlands. Ben Macdui (1309m), Cairn Gorm (1244m) and Braeriach (1296) are probably three of the better known and the whole area is full of steep corries and high plateaux. Access to the mountains is typically from Aviemore or Braemar.
Winter walking practicing navigating. Difficult under ground conditions. Too little snow to use crampons. Lots of heather and rocks in the area. very strong winds and felt cold due to the wind. Overcast and cloudy most of the day with a little sunshine towards the end of the day
