Many walks in the Cairngorms National Park necessitate a hefty walk-in, often extending to an overnight stay in the wilderness. Hikes up Sgor Gaoith provide utter flexibility though, thanks to …

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Location: Aviemore, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Adventurer Nic

April 6, 2020

Hiking

A Munro with a wonderful surprise – Sgòr Gaoith is a 3,668-foot (1,118 m) mountain in the Scottish Highlands. The views from the summit across to Braeriach are outstanding on a nice day. The eastern cliffs of the mountain are very dramatic and appear to plunge steeply down into Loch Einich, and all of this is unseen on the approach from the south/west.

Beano

July 9, 2021

Mountain biking

Awesome loop starting off gently from the carpark then follow the single-track that runs next to the river.
Part of the trail has completely been washed away so a bit of pushing through the forest the up to the far bank.
Then pick up the prominent track leading off to the left then quite a steep climb for about 2km to the top.

Follow the track that leads over to the 1st Munro, this track is nice and fast and good fun.

The next track is slightly obscured but you can see which direction you need to take.

Hamish

September 21, 2020

Mountain biking

Multi use path to the top. Not particularly challenging but will involve a bit of hike-a-bike. Well worth it for the stunning views!

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1. Sgòr Gaoith loop from Glen Feshie

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Hike the Sgòr Gaoith loop from Glen Feshie, a difficult 11.7-mile route in Cairngorms National Park with dramatic summit views.

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Location: Aviemore, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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