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The Cairngorm Mountains
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The Cairngorm Mountains
The Top 8 Mountain Passes in The Cairngorm Mountains
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in The Cairngorm Mountains and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: October 2, 2025
Fantastic singletrack descent down the bottom section of the Lairig Ghru. Can be done as a loop accessed via Rothiemurcus Lodge, but even worthwhile as a pedal/push up and ride down.
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This small bouldery path leads through the mini pass of Eat a' Chait, and leads to Lochan Dubh, entering the home of the Reindeers who live in the Cairngorms.
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Càrn a' Mhàim is a 3,402-foot (1,037 m) Munro in the Cairngorms. It has a long, narrow ridge that links to the base of the south side of Ben Macdui. …
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Definitely easier from the south but you've then got the road to deal with. Nothing technical on either descent but take care for ice in spring!
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Enjoy the views across the famous Lairig Ghru (hill pass) to your West. This old traveller's route connects the towns of Braemar and Aviemore, and is 43km long. It also …
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