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This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Cairngorms National Park

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Location: Aviemore, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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rotagivaN

August 10, 2023

Ord Ban is 428 m high. On the top there is a stone and a monolith. There is a beautiful view over the surrounding landscape, including part of Loch An Eilein. However, the castle ruins cannot be seen from here. The best time to visit is probably August, when the heather is in bloom.

DULMI

July 17, 2025

After the climb, you'll be rewarded with a beautiful view of Loch Eiléan. And the heathland in summer is magnificent: it's blooming, buzzing, and smells of pine and heather!

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Iain Aitken

December 28, 2024

If walking over starting from one side to the other: the steep path up was well eroded, slippery and boggy. The top has significant overgrowth meaning ducking and weaving through branches. Coming down the shallow gradient heading back to the loch, the path varies wildly from easy going, ankle scratching, bog walking through to completely gone and diversion needed. Numerous parts with significant overgrowth. On way down there is a locked gate at a deer fence - high narrow stile to climb over. A walk only for good sunny days where there has been a dry spell, and even then be prepared to squeeze, duck and divert as needed!

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Location: Aviemore, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

Ord Ban Summit

1. Loch An Eilein Circular Path – View of Loch an Eilein loop from Aviemore

2. View of Loch an Eilein Castle – Loch an Eilein Castle loop from Aviemore

3. Loch an Eilein – Loch an Eilein Castle loop from Aviemore

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