Craiglich

Craiglich
Highest point
Elevation 476 m (1,562 ft)
Prominence 184 m (604 ft)
Listing Marilyn
Geography
Location Aberdeenshire, Scotland
OS grid NJ532054

Craiglich is a hill in western Aberdeenshire, with a height of 476 metres (1562 feet). Its ease of access, Marilyn status and scenic views make it popular with hill walkers.

The Queen's View, a local beauty spot at the western end of the hill, was Queen Victoria's favourite viewpoint en route to Balmoral. Situated directly opposite a small car park on the B9119 between Lumphanan and Tarland, it is one of the most accessible viewpoints in north east Scotland, commanding a spectacular panoramic view over the countryside towards Mount Keen, Lochnagar and the Cairngorms.

Coordinates: 56°13′06″N 4°22′08″W / 56.21845°N 4.36892°W / 56.21845; -4.36892


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