⛰️ The Cairngorms
Mountain range in the Scottish Highlands, encompassing the United Kingdom's largest alpine plateau.
📌 Fast Facts
- Location: Scottish Highlands, north-east Scotland
- Highest peak: Ben Macdui, 1,309 metres
- Area: Approximately 4,528 square kilometres
- National Park established: 2003
The Cairngorms is a mountain range in the Scottish Highlands that encompasses the largest alpine plateau in the United Kingdom. The range spans north-east Scotland and forms part of the Cairngorms National Park, designated in 2003 to protect its distinctive landscape, wildlife, and cultural heritage. As of 2026, the Cairngorms National Park remains fully accessible to visitors, with an extensive network of walking trails, visitor facilities, and outdoor recreation opportunities operating ...