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The best mountain hikes In Aberdeenshire

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Want to explore more of the mountains in Scotland? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of mountain hikes In Aberdeenshire to bring you the top routes in the region. To see which Tour is right for you, browse real photos and tips uploaded by other mountain hikers, see detail-rich breakdowns at the click of a button—and find your perfect route for your next mountain hike In Aberdeenshire.

Last updated: November 1, 2025

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1. Ben Macdui Summit – Cairn Gorm Summit loop from Boat of Garten

19.2km

06:59

910m

Expert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Glen Clova loop from Clova

12.1km

04:18

660m

Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Sandy Beach at Loch Muick loop from Crathie

19.5km

06:18

810m

Expert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Carn Aosda – The Cairnwell loop from Spittal of Glenshee

14.2km

04:38

560m

Expert mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5. Cairn Gorm Summit loop from Boat of Garten

8.60km

03:37

640m

Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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6. Mount Keen loop from Tarfside

17.9km

05:37

670m

Expert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Carn an Tuirc – Cairn of Claise loop from Muckle Inverey

12.8km

04:24

640m

Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Mountaineering loop from Boat of Garten

5.73km

02:33

460m

Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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9. Creag Leacach – Glas Maol Summit loop from Spittal of Glenshee

10.4km

04:04

660m

Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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10. Scolty Hill loop from Banchory

4.03km

01:16

170m

Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best mountain hikes In Aberdeenshire

1. Ben Macdui Summit – Cairn Gorm Summit loop from Boat of Garten

2. Glen Clova loop from Clova

3. Sandy Beach at Loch Muick loop from Crathie

4. Carn Aosda – The Cairnwell loop from Spittal of Glenshee

5. Cairn Gorm Summit loop from Boat of Garten

6. Mount Keen loop from Tarfside

7. Carn an Tuirc – Cairn of Claise loop from Muckle Inverey

8. Mountaineering loop from Boat of Garten

9. Creag Leacach – Glas Maol Summit loop from Spittal of Glenshee

10. Scolty Hill loop from Banchory

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