Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height1,011.1 m3,317 ft
Grid RefNO 222 825
OS MapOL53 & 388OS Explorer
RegionLochnagar & Glen Clova
Cairn Bannoch's name is given as 'cake hill', from its Gaelic form Carn a' Bheannaich. It's a rounded swelling on the south-eastern edge of the White Mounth plateau, joined to Broad Cairn by a high col, with a cairn on the top. Nearby, the steep crags of Creag an Dubh Loch plunge to the Dubh Loch, in sharp contrast to the gentle summit.
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Rounded swelling on a high, broad plateau, with steep crags falling to the Dubh Loch nearby.
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Distance19.1 mi30.7 km
Ascent1,070 m3,510 ft
Time9h 30mwalking
Start & FinishSpittal of Glen Muick Car ParkNO 3101 8516 · circular route
DirectionsAlso on this route: Lochnagar, Carn a' Choire Bhoidheach, Carn an t-Sagairt Mor, Broad Cairn
Safety: 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.
