Ben Avon

The bulky mass of Ben Avon lies between Deeside and the upper river Avon, before it turns north to Tomintoul. Its most interesting side (and its cliffs, which are fine but relatively fewer than other Cairngorm mountains) are to the north: here are its famous tors, which you can scramble over in passing. And the approach along Glen Avon is really lovely.

Ben Avon is approachable in long day-walks from several directions: from the south via Glen Quoich and Glen Slugain, but this is less exciting than the approach from the north

This is demanding walking in remote mountains with uncertain weather. Come fully prepared.

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