Hard
Cairn of Claise Via Cairnwell Pass
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Munro - Cairngorms & Aviemore
957m
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About
Tom Buidhe is a Scottish Munro rising to 957m in the Cairngorms & Aviemore region. The nearest local hub is Check the route start map for local access. This mountain guide brings together route choice, live mountain weather and practical access information for planning a day on the hill.
The recommended route preview is Cairn of Claise Via Cairnwell Pass. It gives the clearest starting point for comparing the options currently listed. Typical walking time is 6–8 hrs, with 1 route currently listed for Tom Buidhe.
Expect Mountain path, Steep high ground, Remote terrain. Conditions can change quickly on high ground, so check today's mountain outlook, carry appropriate kit and be ready to turn back if wind, cloud or rain makes the route unsuitable.
Review the full route notes, map and GPX information before setting off.
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Learn More →Tom Buidhe is a Scottish Munro rising to 957m in the Cairngorms & Aviemore region. This guide combines the mapped route, route-specific elevation gain, live mountain weather and practical safety information.
Tom Buidhe is a Scottish Munro rising to 957m in the Cairngorms & Aviemore region. This guide combines the mapped route, route-specific elevation gain, live mountain weather and practical safety information.
Live Conditions
Live weather guidance for Tom Buidhe summit (957m) and Mapped route start car park, sourced from Open-Meteo model data. Source model update frequency varies by provider and forecast model. Summit values are estimates with Cairnova orographic adjustments for the Cairngorms & Aviemore range.
Detailed 48-hour hourly forecast and 7-day outlook for Tom Buidhe (957m, Cairngorms & Aviemore). Best months to climb: May–September.
1 route available. Tom Buidhe is a hard-grade mountain with a typical duration of 6–8 hrs.
Only verified route-specific elevation gains are published. A value requires a genuine route GPX, a documented calculation source and an independent route-profile check; unresolved routes show “Pending verification” rather than an estimate.
Parking, access, terrain and emergency details in one place, using the information available for Tom Buidhe.
Mapped route start
Use the mapped start point and check current local parking restrictions before travel.56.90330° N, 3.40074° WOpen in MapsCheck the route start map for local access
Nearest town with services, shops and accommodation.Variable or absent on high ground
Signal may improve lower down, but should not be relied on for navigation.Check local guidance and seasonal restrictions
Please clean up after your dog and follow local access guidance.Check facilities before travel
Check opening times before travel.The best months to climb Tom Buidhe are May–September.
Terrain and exposure vary by route. Check the route notes before committing.
Terrain and exposure vary by route. Check the route notes before committing.
Terrain and exposure vary by route. Check the route notes before committing.
Snow and ice can be present from October to May.
Parking information, facilities and access details are provided in good faith but may be subject to change. Always verify charges and opening times before travel. Cairnova accepts no liability for inaccuracies in third-party facility information.
Use this page to prepare your route plan, kit, emergency actions and mountain-specific hazards before committing to the hill.
Mountain conditions on Tom Buidhe can change rapidly. Always check before setting out. Carry full waterproofs, map and compass at all times. Tell someone your route plan and expected return time.
View today's full outlook →Location-specific model guidance for Tom Buidhe, combining live weather and pollen data with season, elevation, terrain and regional exposure.
Gathering mountain and approach-level hazard data.
Above the summit
Expect little or no mobile signal above higher ground.
Conditions can change rapidly at any time of year.
Do not rely on your phone for navigation.
Winter conditions can occur outside of winter.
Follow this order:
Use voice call if you can.
If you cannot speak, listen to instructions from the operator.
Do this before you travel into areas with no mobile signal.
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Safety briefings are general guidance only and do not constitute professional mountaineering advice. Avalanche risk should always be obtained from SAIS. Cairnova accepts no liability for incidents. In an emergency in Scotland: dial 999.