Peak Elevation
1,230 m
4,035 ft
Vertical Drop
590 m
1,935 ft
Skiable Area
607 ha
1,500 ac
Avg Snowfall
330 cm
130 in
Lifts
14
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About
Cairngorm Mountain sits inside Cairngorms National Park in the Scottish Highlands, on Britain's sixth-highest peak. Around 30 km of north-facing runs spread across two corries with 548 metres of vertical, and the longest descent stretches 3.3 km. A funicular railway, the only mountain railway in Scotland, carries skiers to the upper slopes and reopened in 2023 after a long closure.
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Operated by Highlands and Islands Enterprise
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Cairngorm Mountain have?
Cairngorm Mountain has 14 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 9,300 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Cairngorm Mountain?
Cairngorm Mountain has a vertical drop of 1,935 feet (590 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Cairngorm Mountain?
The summit of Cairngorm Mountain sits at 4,035 feet (1,230 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Cairngorm Mountain have?
Cairngorm Mountain has 35 marked trails, totaling roughly 18.6 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Cairngorm Mountain?
Cairngorm Mountain covers 1,500 acres (607 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Cairngorm Mountain offer night skiing?
No, Cairngorm Mountain does not offer night skiing.
Does Cairngorm Mountain have snowmaking?
Yes, Cairngorm Mountain has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Cairngorm Mountain get each year?
Cairngorm Mountain averages around 130 inches (330 cm) of snowfall per season.