Skiing & Snowboarding Cairngorm Mountain, The Lecht 2090 and Glenshee
Your one-stop guide to skiing and snowboarding in the Cairngorms National Park.
The Cairngorms National Park is home to 3 of Scotland’s 5 ski centres – CairnGorm Mountain, Glenshee and The Lecht.
Did you know that 2011-2012 sees the 50th anniversary of skiing in the Cairngorms National Park? There will be a wide range of celebratory events going on throughout the year, click here for an up to date list of events.
Glenshee |
Cairngorm Mountain |
The Lecht |
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CairnGorm Mountain near Aviemore is the best known of the ski and snowboard areas in the National Park. It is also the highest and holds the snow well throughout the season. There is lots of variety at CairnGorm Mountain and the terrain park’s, kickers and rails have attracted some of Britain’s best snowboarders and skiers to the area.
The Lecht lies on the A939 between Tomintoul and Strathdon and has something for everyone. It is particularly good for families and beginners with excellent nursery slopes and even a magic carpet to help get you started! The Lecht also has a great park for skiers and snowboarders who wish to test their skills on the jumps and rails.
Glenshee lies on the A93 near Braemar on the road from Blairgowrie. Glenshee is the largest ski and snowboard area in Scotland and home to the infamous Tiger, one of the most challenging black runs around. Glenshee also has lots of terrain – both natural and manmade - to keep all abilities happy with endless gullies, bowls, jumps and hits to explore. On a clear day the views across the Cairngorms National Park are a sight to behold.
For those who wish to leave the lifts and the crowds behind, the Cairngorms National Park offers endless opportunities for ski touring and back country exploring just make sure you check the weather forecast and avalanche report before you go and ensure you have all the right equipment and know how to use it! There are lots of guides and training courses available in the area to make sure that you can make the most of the snow in the Cairngorms National Park in safety so why not give them a try?
See the list below for businesses to help you make the most of Snowsports in the Cairngorms National Park.
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1. CairnGorm Mountain - Ski and Snowboard Hire
CairnGorm Mountain's very own ski and snowboard hire can provide you with everything you need to get you started.
Our ski/board hire has the latest ...
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2. Insh Hall Ski School
Loch Insh Watersports' BASI affiliated ski school, offering ski hire and instruction on our 60m dry ski slope and at the Scottish resorts.
Come ski w...
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3. The Snowboard School
We are the only snowboard school based on Cairngorm Mountain, at the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. In partnership with Cairngorm Mountain L... more >
4. Aviemore Ski and Snowboard Hire
Season 2010/11 sees the company move into its 16th season of suppling and fitting top quality winter sports equipment in Aviemore. Now firmly settled ... more >
5. CairnGorm Mountain - Funicular Railway
Go discover more.... Rarest, highest, windiest, coldest.... the Cairngorms is a mountain range of extremes. CairnGorm Mountain is Britain's 6th highes...
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6. Glenmore Shop Snowsports Hire and School
HIRE SKIS and BOARDS from Glenmore Ski Hire Shop. We have also launched a new ski and snowsports school to bring you a great winter sports experience.... more >
7. CairnGorm Mountain - Skiing and Snowboarding
Winter Fun - It's all here at CairnGorm Mountain.
Skiing, Snow boarding, Sledging, Telemarking.
Open year round CairnGorm Mountain's winter season no...
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8. The Ski School
We are the only ski school based on Cairngorm Mountain, at the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. In partnership with Cairngorm Mountain Ltd (th... more >
9. G2 Outdoor Ltd
Based in Aviemore G2 Outdoor provide outdoor activities such as Rafting, Canyoning, Gorge Walking, Rock Climbing, and Snow Sports for families, corpor... more >
10. Glenmore Lodge-Skiing and Snowboarding
We are Scotlands's National Outdoor Training Centre based in the foothills of the Cairngorm mountains. There is a strong tradition of skiing at The Lo...
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11. Alpine or Nordic - On Piste or Off - Full On Adventure
New - XC nordic track Ski rentals now available. You pick up or we bring them to you. We have qualified and experienced ski and snow board instructor... more >
12. Ski Hire by Cyclehighlands Ltd
Cyclehighlands provides winter sports rental from our Braemar base during the ski season.... more >
13. Snowlimit
A professional ski and snowboard programme dedicated to children, and acting as a feeder to the performance programmes of Cairngorm Ski Club and Cairn... more >
14. Ski Hire from SkiBraemar
SkiBraemar provides snowsport rental for Glenshee and Lecht visitors. Based roadside in Braemar the hire is operated by Cyclehighlands of Ballater who... more >
15. Ski and Snowboard with G2 Outdoor
We have been established as a Ski/Snowboard School for 10 years and we only employ the best instructors to give you the best learning experience in Sc... more >
16. British Association Snowsport Instructors Ltd
BASI is the OFFICIAL TRAINING and GRADING BODY for Snowsport Instructors in the United Kingdom and has been offering instructor training since 1963... more >
17. Active Outdoor Pursuits - Skiing and Snowboarding
Free transport to Cairngorm when you book ski lessons. Active offer an exciting range of snowsports including, skiing, snowboarding, snowblades, ski ...
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18. Wilderness Scotland, Winter Sports (Small Group)
Our winter adventure activities provide unique itineraries and exceptional experiences, which allow you to get off the beaten track and explore the Hi...
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19. School of Snowsports/ Outdoor Discovery Ltd
A snowsports School and rental open all year with our own dryslope open daily. Also have a retail shop onsite with all your outdoor gear and equiment... more >
20. Lecht Ski Co Ltd
Lecht 2090 is at 2090 feet above sea level amid the beauty of the Eastern Cairngorms.
This natural
Lecht Ski Centre,
Corgarff,
Strathdon
(tel: +44 (0) 19756 51440)
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