Cock Cairn
Mountain in Scotland
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The hike up Cock Cairn
The route starts at Public Car Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Cock Cairn?
Cock Cairn is 727 m above sea level and lies in Scotland. Its prominence is 72 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Cock Cairn?
From Public Car Park it is about 10.4 km one way with 668 m of ascent. Expect around 7 h 23 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Cock Cairn?
The nearest parking is Public Car Park (north of the peak) — 10.4 km on foot · ↑ 668 m · about 7 h 23 min round trip. Alternative: Glen Tanar (north of the peak) (about 11.2 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Cock Cairn in Conquer?
Yes — Cock Cairn is one of 17,154 peaks in United Kingdom in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Cock Cairn in the app
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