Braemar to Creag Choinnich loop — Cairngorms National Park

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Braemar to Creag Choinnich loop — Cairngorms National Park

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Braemar to Creag Choinnich loop — Cairngorms National Park

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3.30km

160m

Hiking

Embark on an easy 2.0-mile (3.3 km) hike around Creag Choinnich, a loop that takes approximately 1 hour and 7 minutes to complete with a manageable 540 feet (165 metres) of elevation gain. The trail begins with a vigorous ascent through mature pine woods, leading you to the summit where…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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80 m

Bridge over the Clunie Water — War Memorial, Braemar

Highlight • Historical Site

The bridge is located in the center of Braemar and spans over Clunie Water. There are several sculptures and information boards as a war memorial which commemorates the dead of both World War I and II.

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1.75 km

Creag Choinnich Summit

Highlight • Viewpoint

A hill situated on the outskirts of Braemar, and home of the oldest recorded hill race, dating back to 1064.

You'll find all kinds of native flora and fauna, notably red squirrels, buzzards, red deer and pine martins.

Tip by

1.95 km

View of Cairngorms National Park

Highlight • Forest

Although a small hill, the views to the surrounding hills are fantastic, and this makes an ideal short walk for children, or a more leisurely day in the Cairngorms.

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3.30 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.23 km

805 m

163 m

104 m

Surfaces

1.73 km

925 m

499 m

146 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 16 October

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Comments

June 16, 2025,Cairngorms National Park – Gipfelrunde von Braemar auf den Creag Choinnich 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

We still want to do at least a short hike in Cairngorms National Park. And since our plan is to wild camp near Braemar with our rooftop tent, this cute little town is a perfect starting point. The hike up the local mountain, Creag Choinnich, truly boasts everything you could wish for in such a short route: amazing views, narrow …

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