On the very Eastern fringes of the Cairngorms, Morven rises to a fine high perch, totally dominating the farmsteads and woodland of Cromar to the east. Hikes to Morven’s summit open up a magnificent vista to the south and west, where most of Britain’s highest ground rises in shallow waves to the horizon.

This Morven is not to be confused with the distinctive conical mountain in Caithness of the same name.

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Location: Ballater And Crathie, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Andrew

April 22, 2024

Hiking

There are a couple of good routes to the summit of Morven, either from the east or south. Parking to the South at Tulloch church is the best, and the trail to the hill is good, bog free, and peaceful

Iris K

December 28, 2025

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If you start from Groddie, near Logie Coldstone (as suggested on Walk Highlands), be prepared for a steep ascent, bracken in summer, and several false summits. A rewarding walk.

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1. Summit of Morven loop from Groddie Farm

8.73km

03:24

640m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Summit of Morven loop from Groddie Farm

13.0km

04:47

690m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. View of Morven – Summit of Morven loop from Ballater

25.6km

08:31

960m

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

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Elevation 860 m

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Summit of Morven

1. Summit of Morven loop from Groddie Farm

2. Summit of Morven loop from Groddie Farm

3. View of Morven – Summit of Morven loop from Ballater

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