The col connecting it to Derry Cairngorm is at a height of 1014m. Sgurr an Lochan Uaine (983 m), 1.5 km north east, is seen as just a hump near the cliff edge from the main summit but is more distinct when seen from Glen Derry, which it overlooks. Robin Murray bagged during June, 1975 [from/via/route] From Cairngorm carpark taking in Ben Macdui, Derry Cairngorm, Beinn Mheadhoin and Cairngorm [with] Elliot Murray, my Dad [weather] Glorious - Saw peregrine mobbing golden eagle over Loch Avon. Alexander Cameron, LL.D." https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Derry_Cairngorm&oldid=981749580, Places and place names on Mar Lodge Estate, Pages using infobox mountain with language parameter, Pages using infobox mountain with grid ref, Pages using infobox mountain with deprecated parameters, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 4 October 2020, at 06:43. For the more experienced, the summits beckon. Clear changing to cloudy by early evening. Beinn Mheadhoin and Derry Cairngorm from the Linn of Dee Other routes and challenges … Halfway House is the summit of nearby Beinn Mheadhoin if – and only if – circumstances dictate it is number 142 of the 284 Munros a person intends to climb . Ben MacDui, Beinn Mheadhoin, Derry Cairngorm & Carn a' Mhaim: Quick Facts: This is the summed total of all the climbing within a route and is a good indicator of the strenuousness of a route. Have you found an error or is any information wrong or missing? It then continues past the foot of Loch Etchachan to climb remote Beinn Mheadhoin with its majestic granite tours at the very heart of the wild Cairngorms. From Wikimedia Commons, the free media repository. Derry Cairngorm is a six/seven-kilometre-long ridge-type mountain that runs north to south, it rises from Glen Luibeg in the south and concludes at Coire Etchachan in the north, where it is joined to Beinn Mheadhoin. Halfway House is a little structure beyond the head of Glen Derry, with a rudimentary seat under the window for weary travellers to rest their legs and take some lunch. Beinn Mheadhoin and Loch Avon really made this a fantastic walk by offering a flavour of the wilderness available in the Cairngorms. Derry Cairngorm is a 6km long mountain forming the W slopes of Glen Derry. Posted in Hiking, Hills with tags Beinn Mheadhoin, Ben Macdui, Carn a' Mhaim, Derry Cairngorm, Glen Derry, Hutchison Memorial Hut on August 15, 2016 by Jinja Coo After the previous night’s camp I needed to re-stock my food and pack for … Beinn Sgritheall 18 Sept 2020. The Ben Macdui summit plateau can be a hazardous place in mist and bad weather. The mountain is a pointed hill, however it is not particularly conspicuous in views being overshadowed by the more imposing and impressive peaks of the Cairngorms which stand nearby. . It has trout living in it. However, an alternative option is to continue north over the summit of Creagan a'Choire Etchachan, dropping to the east end of Loch Etchachan. [3] It has trout living in it. The plan for this day's walk (in June 2016) was to climb Derry Cairngorm and then drop down to Loch Etchachan and climb Beinn Mheadhoin before returning down Glen Derry. In thick mist the larger tors can help with navigation as you take a bearing from one to the next to make progress towards the top, and even in clear weather most walkers will detour to visit them. The return is down beautiful Glen Derry and through its pinewoods. Beinn Mheadhoin visible behind. Posted by JHM at 08:10 No comments: Sgurr nan Gillean and Am Basteir (Cuillin) 17 Sept 2020 ... Posted by JHM at 06:17 No comments: Thursday, 13 August 2020. Beyond this the path from Loch Etchachan up to Ben Macdui is reached - turn right along this, following it down to cross the outflow below Little Loch Etchachan. Full text of "Reliquiae Celticae : texts, papers, and studies in Gaelic literature and philology left by the late Rev. The hulk of Ben Macdui contrasts with the defined crest of nearby Carn a'Mhaim, whereas Derry Cairngorm is boulder and scree covered and Beinn Mheadhoin is decorated with weird unusual granite summit tors. The path emerges onto a track a short distance beyond. This category has the following 4 subcategories, out of 4 total. Cairngorms snow shuffle. You can return by the route of descent. Open start point in Google Maps for directions. Derry Cairngorm has an elevation of 3789 feet. Looking back down on Loch Etchachan with our next trail leading up on the left. Posted by JHM at 06:15 No comments: Monday, 10 August 2020. The path to Beinn Mheadhoin starts across the stream flowing out of the lochs and zig zags steeply uphill. The hill is well seen from Inverey and often appears as dark blue in colour, however from other angles it takes on a distinct pink tinge as result of its granite rocks (see photo).[2]. Recent Posts. Beinn Mheadhoin & Derry Cairngorm from Linn of Dee,cycling into Derry Lodge. On own. MorecambeMonkey: 17/05/2017: From Coire Cas - descend of Coire Raibeirt is tricky when wet - then Loch Etchachan and to summit - summit is a bit of a short scramble - returned same route - low cloud/drizzle most of the day - not freezing: After a couple of kilometres it crosses Black Bridge over the Lui to meet the main track to Derry Lodge. Soon there is another burn crossing - the Glas Allt Mor - this has no bridge and can be a serious obstacle (or impassible) if the water is high - a dangerous trap. This route is much longer, though a bicycle can be used on the track to shorten the time taken. From the summit to Derry Cairngorm and Ben Macdhui. Ben MacDui, Beinn Mheadhoin, Derry Cairngorm & Carn a' Mhaim: Quick Facts : This is the summed total of all the climbing within a route and is a good indicator of the strenuousness of a route. [4] All drainage from the mountain flows south via the Derry and Luibeg burns to join the River Dee, eventually reaching the sea at Aberdeen. Watch Queue Queue Couple of days hillwalking in the Cairngorms in January. Summit cairn on Bynack More. Bynack More from Beinn a' Chaorainn. The magnificent Cairngorms are a magnet for walkers and, from high mountain tops to refreshing forest trails, the granite plateau and surrounding countryside has something for everyone. I'd seen only two walkers since leaving Derry Lodge but ahead of me was a young man who'd come over Cairngorm from the Coire Cas car park. Err, just realised its actually Beinn a Mheadhoin.....but pronunciation above was spot on anyway ;) Veen or thereabouts. Why it should have been switched to Derry Cairngorm as 'parent' in future editions is an irrational puzzle that only the vagueries of the committees of the Scottish mountaineering Club may be able to answer, among many others about the many highly irrational aspects that still exist within Munro's tables. March 2009. A moderate although long route for the reasonably fit. Ben MacDui, Derry Cairngorm and Carn a' Mhaim A long rewarding day which took 11.5 hrs to complete. On a spur above Coire Sputan Dearg looking south. [5], Derry Cairngorm can be climbed from either the east or west sides of the Cairngorm range and either singly or in combination with other hills. . This route is much longer, though a bicycle can be used on the track to shorten the time taken. Sun, Jul 14, 2019, 10:00 AM: This long hillwalk heads from the Linn of Dee heads up to Derry Lodge before climbing over the bald, stony summit of Derry Cairngorm. Carn Crom's summit cairn is worth a short detour for its view to Cairn Toul and Braeriach. As well as reading our description of each walking route, you can read about the experiences of others users on this walk and others.There are 20 user reports for this walk - click to read them. To reach the true top a short, reasonably easy scramble is necessary, accessed via the far side of the tor. It then continues past the foot of Loch Etchachan to climb remote Beinn Mheadhoin with its majestic granite tours at the very heart of the wild Cairngorms. I was really looking forward to this weekend because it would be in the Cairngorms – one of my favourite places, Ally and I planned to climb our last as-yet unclimbed Cairngorm Munro, and the club hut had showers. Click for details, Hear pronunciation Press to hear pronunciation. Rock Outcrops ( Tors ) on summit of Beinn Mheadhoin The highest point is the top of the largest tor and requires an easy rock climb. Derry Cairngorm has two subsidiary summits listed in the Munro Tables. An ascent from this direction could conceivably be combined with an ascent of Derry Cairngorm. By some counts it is the thirteenth-highest mountain of Great Britain. Ben MacDui is top centre. The morning was beautiful with plenty of sun which made the cycle up from the Linn of Dee to Derry Lodge very enjoyable, it was just a shame about the headwind! Good chat … Continue along the track past a wooden building to cross the footbridge over the River Derry. The path descends very slightly to a bealach before rising towards the two stony domes - the furthest of which is Derry Cairngorm. It then continues past the foot of Loch Etchachan to climb remote Beinn Mheadhoin with its majestic granite tours at the very heart of the wild Cairngorms. People are asked to stay at home except for essential purposes. Derry Cairngorm. Bynack More . From Derry Lodge the ascent to Derry Cairngorm never felt too steep although the top seemed to take a while to come into view. Paths go left and right on the far bank, but our route continues ahead through the heather, soon becoming well made as it climbs up through the pines and up Creag Bad an t-Seabhaig. The summit of the mountain, at a mighty 1182 metres, is atop the largest tor towards the northeastern end - a truly massive block of granite. Looking south from Derry Cairngorm to the southern Grampian Mountains. The track continues up the glen, undulating slightly and passing some forestry on the right. using a map and compass. Derry Cairngorm is characterised by large granite boulders on its higher slopes which make walking in the summit area difficult, the walker often having to resort to hopping between boulders. The walk begins from the Linn of Dee car park (charge) on a footpath signed for 'Glen Lui', heading into the trees from the back of the parking area. 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