Beinn a' Bhùird, Mountain summit in Cairngorms, Scotland
Beinn a' Bhùird is an eastern Cairngorms peak standing around 1200 meters high with a distinctive large plateau at the top. The eastern side drops away into deep glacial valleys that shape the dramatic topography of this mountain range.
The mountain was once covered by ancient Caledonian pine forests that blanketed the Scottish Highlands in prehistoric times. These forests gradually disappeared due to climate changes and other environmental shifts, leaving traces in the region's natural history.
The name comes from Scottish Gaelic meaning Mountain of the Table, a reference to the flat summit shape that sets it apart from neighboring peaks in the range.
The walk starts at Keiloch car park near Invercauld Bridge and demands good fitness and careful planning. Strong footwear and weatherproof clothing are essential, as the exposed heights make conditions change rapidly and can be harsh.
The summit supports gravel expanses and alpine plants adapted to harsh mountain conditions found nowhere else nearby. Rare plant species thrive in these extreme environments, making the plateau a special habitat for highland specialists.
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