Winter Climbs in the Cairngorms : Selected snow, ice and mixed climbs in the Cairngorms and Creag Meagaidh

The Cairngorms offer some of the most reliable and accessible winter climbing in Scotland, from the accessible corries of Cairn Gorm and the towering cliffs of Shelter Stone Crag and Lochnagar to the remote recesses of Braeriach, Beinn a'Bhuird, and the magnificent Creag Meagaidh. With over 450 routes across a wide range of grades, styles, and conditions, this guidebook covers everything from straightforward Grade I snow gullies suitable for those developing their winter skills to extreme Grade VII and above ice and mixed climbs for the most experienced mountaineers. Routes are classified by area and style to help climbers choose according to weather, conditions, and ability. Navigate every climb with confidence using photographic topo diagrams and approach maps for each climbing area, alongside clear route descriptions and symbols denoting the type and character of every climb. Discover iconic route highlights including The Black Spout, Savage Slit, Deep-cut Chimney, Eagle Ridge, and Smith's Gully, alongside hundreds of lesser-known classics across all grades. Comprehensive advice covers weather and conditions, types of winter climbs, avalanche assessment, navigation, equipment, ethics, logistics, and mountain rescue. Plan your visit with practical information on the main bases at Aviemore and Deeside, including Braemar and Ballater, with outlying areas accessible from Fort William and Dundee. From the accessible corries above Aviemore to the remote and serious cliffs of Braeriach and Creag Meagaidh, climb the snowfields, icefalls, and mixed faces with confidence.