An Socach (Braemar)
- Height
- 944m (3,097ft)
- Height rank
- 228 of 282
- Area
- Cairngorms
- Section
- Pitlochry to Braemar & Blairgowrie
About An Socach
An Socach is a modestly prominent, wedge-shaped peak that offers a relatively swift ascent from Baddoch in Glen Clunie. One of its appealing features is that it provides a serene escape from the bustling ski developments located at the upper end of the glen. The climb, though not particularly challenging, rewards hikers with a sense of tranquility and a break from the more commercialized areas nearby.
Where is An Socach?
An Socach (Braemar) sits in the Pitlochry to Braemar & Blairgowrie region of Cairngorms at 56.9023°N, 3.5132°W.
Key facts
| Height | 944 metres / 3,097 feet |
|---|---|
| Rank by height | 228 of 282 Munros |
| Coordinates | 56.90229, -3.51316 |
| Group | Braemar |
| Area | Cairngorms |
| SMC section | 06B: Pitlochry to Braemar & Blairgowrie |
Plan your climb
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