Mountain Conservation

Around one third of the Cairngorms National Park is over 600-650m above sea level (above the natural woodland line, although this is variable from place to place). This comprises the largest and highest area of montane habitat in Britain, much of which is in a relatively pristine condition. It contains the main summits and plateaux with their associated corries, rocky cliffs, crags, boulder fields, scree slopes and the higher parts of some glens and passes.

The vegetation is influenced by factors such as exposure, snow cover and soil type. The high mountain area is considered to be one of the most spectacular mountain areas in Britain and is recognised nationally and internationally for the quality of its geology, geomorphology and topographic features, and associated soils and biodiversity.

Care is taken to ensure recreational activity does not damage this already fragile environment with land managers working together in partnership.


 

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