Cairngorm Mountains
United Kingdom, Scotland
Cairngorm Mountains
LocationUnited Kingdom, Scotland
RegionScotland
TypeNational Scenic Area
Coordinates57.1000°, -3.6500°
Established1978
Area679
Nearest CityAviemore (10 mi)
Major CityInverness (30 mi)
About Cairngorm Mountains
High plateau mountains containing five of the UK's six highest peaks and extensive Caledonian forest remnants with unique arctic-alpine habitats.