Cabrach, Moray
★★
The Buck marks the northern terminus of a broad, heathery ridge straddling the border between Moray and Aberdeenshire. The B9002 contours its northern slopes, allowing a short, direct ascent which is often a boggy slog; look out for the Pictish fish carvings on a large rock slab near the top. On a clear day there are excellent summit views, especially northeast over Aberdeenshire towards the Tap o’ Noth and Strathbogie. Definitely one to save for good weather, preferably following a prolonged dry spell!
Chronological photo guide
Location
O.S. Grid Reference: NJ 420255
GPS coordinates: 57.316225,-2.964164
No public transport within 1 mi
Layby
Key info
5 km / 3 mi | ▲ 290 m |
2 hr
Features: △ The Buck (721 m, “Torbett”)
⬤ Moderate | Short section of road, then boggy track, then wet path for the ascent which gets progressively drier with height.
Out-and-back walk: start – gate at
On our last visit
Wildlife: Sheep around the start.
Weather: Mostly cloudy with some sunshine; a few melting snow patches.
February 2012
