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Morrone Out and Back — 6.4 km Running Out-and-back

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Morrone Out and Back is a 6.4 km (4.0 miles) out-and-back in Braemar, Cairngorms, Scotland: hilly, with 477 m of climb, on trail ground.

Cairngorms National Park
477 mAscent
Paved0%Paved
5/5Hilly
Morrone Out and Back running route
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Location: Braemar, Cairngorms, Scotland

Embark on a challenging ascent up Morrone from Braemar, deep within the dramatic Cairngorms. This out-and-back route, entirely off-road, tackles a significant 477m of climb over just 3.2km to the summit. Prepare for steep gradients, often hitting 18-20%, making this a truly demanding uphill test.

Reaching the 859m peak rewards you with breathtaking panoramic views across the rugged Scottish landscape, a well-earned vista after your exertion. The return leg offers a exhilarating downhill run. Ideal for seasoned trail runners seeking a strenuous workout, hill training, or those looking to push their limits amidst stunning mountain scenery.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 6.4 km out-and-back in Braemar, Cairngorms, Scotland with around 477 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
Yes — seriously. It rates 5 out of 5 on our hill scale — long, steep climbing throughout. About 75 metres of climb per kilometre, 477 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's an off-road route — trail shoes are recommended and underfoot can be soft or rocky in places.

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