Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height1,172 m3,845 ft
Grid RefNJ 131 018
OS MapOL58 & 404OS Explorer
RegionCairngorms
Ben Avon is a sprawling plateau in the eastern Cairngorms, with ridges running off in nearly every direction and granite tors dotted across the top. The summit is a tor called Leabaidh an Daimh Bhuidhe, 'bed of the yellow stag', and you'll need an easy scramble to stand on it. The mountain's Gaelic name means 'mountain of the Avon'. To the west, the huge rocky corrie of Slochd Mòr separates it from Beinn a' Bhùird.
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Rock & Ground
Broad granite plateau scattered with tors, edged by rocky corrie cliffs.
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Our Route
Distance20.8 mi33.5 km
Ascent890 m2,920 ft
Time9h 55mwalking
Start & FinishKeiloch car parkNO 1882 9130 · circular route
DirectionsSafety: Routes are a guide only. Carry a map and compass and know how to use them, check the weather before you go, and turn back if in doubt. You use this route at your own risk.
