Cat Law

Spilling down from the Mounth, the mountains and hills that lie in the south of the Cairngorms National Park and outside its border to the north of Strathmore hold exceptional beauty. Hikes up Cat Law bring you to a wonderful viewpoint amongst this scenic splendor, with the Cairngorms rising northwards and Strathmore lying southward.

With plenty of scope for rambling around these moorland mountains all day, the easiest start points are Balintore to the south west or Glen Prosen to the east. Hiking trails up Cat Law whisk you across exposed moor that provides outstanding views as soon as you gain any kind of height. From its summit, the views reach across Angus’ low-lying farmlands, rich in colour, and the Sidlaws undulating on the horizon. Northwards, spy the White Mounth Munros, calling you for even bigger adventures. 

Hike Cat Law throughout the year but in winter conditions it should only be attempted by experienced winter hillwalkers. Strathmore is rich in towns with hotels, campsites and plenty of food options.