Cairn of Claise lacks any drama in itself, but it’s absolutely a worthwhile Munro to ascend thanks to its stunning setting and excellent views. This 3,491-foot (1,064 m) mountain lies to the east of the Cairnwell Pass in the epic Cairngorms National Park and has plenty of company, so you can add in neighbouring Munros like Tolmount with relative ease.

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Location: Braemar, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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1. Càrn an Tuirc, Cairn of Claise, Glas Maol & Creag Leacach loop from the Cairnwell Pass — Cairngorms National Park

18.8km

06:30

920m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Carn an Tuirc, Carn of Claise, Tolmount & Tom Buidhe loop — Cairngorms National Park

21.1km

06:55

950m

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

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3. Tolmount & Tom Buidhe loop from Auchallater — Cairngorms National Park

29.1km

08:37

810m

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

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Adventurer Nic

April 5, 2020

Cairn of Claise is a 3,491-foot (1,064 m) Munro in the Scottish Highlands. The summit of Cairn of Claise offers wonderful views over the Mounth.

Andrew

July 9, 2022

Usually approached from Glenshee, this Munro has some good views and is easily approached using a mix of paths and grassy slopes. Old county boundary dykes run through the centre of it.

Keith

March 20, 2024

Glenshee park, there is a fee

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Elevation 1,040 m

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Location: Braemar, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Cairn of Claise Summit

1. Càrn an Tuirc, Cairn of Claise, Glas Maol & Creag Leacach loop from the Cairnwell Pass — Cairngorms National Park

2. Carn an Tuirc, Carn of Claise, Tolmount & Tom Buidhe loop — Cairngorms National Park

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