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Carn Fiaclach routes: 12 ways to the top
Southwest ApproachHiking · 8km · 750 m ascent · ~2h 50m · from Glen FeshieModerate
This route approaches Carn Fiaclach from the southwest, it is a longer hike that provides a gradual ascent with panoramic views of the surrounding valleys.
East Ridge RouteScrambling · 5km · 600 m ascent · ~2h 0m · from Loch an EileinGrade 1
The East Ridge Route offers a straightforward scramble with stunning views over the Cairngorms, it is a popular choice for those looking to experience a Grade 1 scramble.
North Face ClimbClimbing · 4km · 800 m ascent · ~2h 10m · from Coire GarbhlachGrade 3
The North Face Climb is a challenging route for experienced climbers, it involves technical climbing and requires proper gear and experience.
Western Ridge TraverseScrambling · 6km · 650 m ascent · ~2h 15m · from AchleanGrade 2
The Western Ridge Traverse is a classic Grade 2 scramble, it offers a mix of hiking and scrambling with some exposure and requires a good head for heights.
Fiaclach Ridge RouteScrambling · 8km · 600 m ascent · ~2h 35m · from Loch an EileinGrade 2 Scramble
The Fiaclach Ridge Route offers a challenging scramble with stunning views over the Cairngorms, it is recommended for experienced scramblers.
North Face AscentScrambling · 10km · 750 m ascent · ~3h 15m · from Glenmore LodgeGrade 3 Scramble
This route tackles the steep north face of Carn Fiaclach, it requires technical skills and is best attempted in dry conditions.
South Ridge WalkHiking · 12km · 500 m ascent · ~3h 15m · from InverdruieHiking
The South Ridge Walk is a more accessible route for hikers, it offers a gradual ascent with panoramic views.
East ApproachScrambling · 9km · 650 m ascent · ~2h 55m · from Loch MorlichGrade 1 Scramble
The East Approach provides a moderate scramble with a mix of grassy slopes and rocky sections, suitable for those with some scrambling experience.
West Face ClimbClimbing · 7km · 800 m ascent · ~2h 45m · from Cairngorm Ski CentreClimbing
The West Face Climb is a technical climbing route that requires full climbing gear and experience, it is not recommended for beginners.
North Face DirectScrambling · __UNKNOWN__km · from Coire an LochainGrade 3
The North Face Direct is a challenging Grade 3 scramble, it involves steep sections and requires good route-finding skills, starting from Coire an Lochain.
West Ridge WalkHiking · __UNKNOWN__km · from Glenmore LodgeHiking
The West Ridge Walk is a popular hiking route, it starts from Glenmore Lodge and follows a well-defined path to the summit, offering panoramic views.
South Couloir ClimbClimbing · __UNKNOWN__km · from Loch MorlichMountaineering
The South Couloir Climb is a winter mountaineering route, it requires ice axes and crampons, starting from Loch Morlich, it is best attempted in stable snow conditions.
Summit today
Is it safe to climb Carn Fiaclach today?
Carn Fiaclach today (updated 19:39, 27 Oct): up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 17 mph gusting 36 mph, 100% chance of rain. A marginal day for the hills. Best day this week: Monday, summit gusts 9 mph.
Carn Fiaclach weather today
Dense drizzle, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 17 mph gusting 36 mph, 100% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Carn Fiaclach weather tomorrow
Thursday 29 October: mostly dry, up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 1°C, summit wind 28 mph gusting 35 mph, 4% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Carn Fiaclach weather this weekend
Saturday 31 October: fog, up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -4°C, summit wind 7 mph gusting 9 mph, 26% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Sunday 1 November: overcast, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -5°C, summit wind 7 mph gusting 9 mph, 22% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Carn Fiaclach summit forecast, next 7 days
| Day | Verdict | High/low | Feels like | Wind/gust mph | Rain or snow |
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| TodayDense drizzle | Marginal | 6°/3° | -3° | 17/36 | 100% |
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| TomorrowLight drizzle | Marginal | 7°/6° | 1° | 28/35 | 4% |
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| Fri 30Overcast | Marginal | 8°/6° | 1° | 27/34 | 20% |
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| Sat 31Fog | Good | 7°/-1° | -4° | 7/9 | 26% |
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| Sun 1Overcast | Good | 6°/-1° | -5° | 7/9 | 22% |
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| Mon 2Clear sky | Good | 6°/-1° | -5° | 7/9 | 0% |
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| Tue 3Fog | Good | 7°/-1° | -5° | 10/13 | 2% |
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Carn Fiaclach 14-day weather forecast: days 8 to 13, less certain
| Day | Verdict | High/low | Feels like | Wind/gust mph | Rain or snow |
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| Wed 4Fog | Good | 5°/-1° | -4° | 11/14 | 2% |
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| Thu 5Mainly clear | Good | 4°/-2° | -5° | 8/10 | 6% |
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| Fri 6Overcast | Good | 3°/-3° | -6° | 10/13 | 16% |
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| Sat 7Overcast | Good | 3°/-3° | -7° | 20/26 | 18% |
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| Sun 8Fog | Good | 3°/-2° | -5° | 18/22 | 25% |
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| Mon 9Fog | Good | 4°/-3° | -6° | 21/26 | 25% |
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Carn Fiaclach each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 806m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Carn Fiaclach each night this week, from cloud cover, moonlight and local light pollution.
Snow · 7 days
No snow is forecast at the summit in the next 7 days.
Sun today
Sunrise 07:15, sunset 16:39
9h 24m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:13 and starts 15:41. From the summit you see the sun 07:08 to 16:45.
Nearby summits
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About Carn Fiaclach
Carn Fiaclach is 806 m (2,645 ft) high with 25 m of prominence. It is in Cairngorms, Scotland. It is the 262nd highest of the 525 summits Peakify lists in Cairngorms. The nearest summits are A' Chioch (1.8 km), Beinn a' Bhuird South Top (1.6 km) and Beinn a' Bhuird South Top (2.0 km).
How high is Carn Fiaclach?
Carn Fiaclach is 806 metres high with 25 metres of prominence.
Where is Carn Fiaclach?
Carn Fiaclach is listed in Cairngorms, Scotland.
Are there routes for Carn Fiaclach?
Peakify lists 12 routes for Carn Fiaclach, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is Southwest Approach (8km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Carn Fiaclach today?
Peakify rates each day on the summit Good, Marginal or Poor from the forecast summit wind, gusts, chance of rain and wind chill. Wind of 40 mph or gusts of 65 mph make it Poor; wind of 25 mph, gusts of 45 mph, a 60% chance of rain or a feels-like temperature of -8°C or below make it Marginal. Today's and tomorrow's ratings are at the top of this page. The rating covers the weather only: also check your route, daylight, kit and experience, and in winter whether you need an ice axe and crampons.
What is the weather on Carn Fiaclach tomorrow?
Thursday 29 October: mostly dry, up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 1°C, summit wind 28 mph gusting 35 mph, 4% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
What is the weather on Carn Fiaclach this weekend?
Saturday 31 October: fog, up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -4°C, summit wind 7 mph gusting 9 mph, 26% chance of rain. Rated Good. Sunday 1 November: overcast, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -5°C, summit wind 7 mph gusting 9 mph, 22% chance of rain. Rated Good.
What weather information is shown for Carn Fiaclach?
The page includes cached mountain forecast context, snow outlook, dark-sky signals, cloud-inversion information, sunrise, sunset, and summit planning details where available.
Peakify is run by Sam Tyler, who has climbed Yr Wyddfa 22 times. The forecast refreshes every hour; how our forecast works.
