Last Updated: 3rd Aug 2024
The Correens
Alford, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Submitted by Lauren Mai Anderson
Last Updated: 3rd Aug 2024
Open
Grunt Factor: 19 ?
Gnarl Factor: 24 ?
15.3km
460m
455m
Last Updated: 3rd Aug 2024
Alford, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Submitted by Lauren Mai Anderson
Last Updated: 3rd Aug 2024
Open
Grunt Factor: 19 ?
Gnarl Factor: 24 ?
15.3km
460m
455m
Front country - easily accessible
Loop
Undulating, some big hills
Dog Friendly
Open farmlands
Open tussock/grasslands
Farm Road / 4WD Track
Easy Single Track
Moderate Single Track
Average Uphill Gradient: +6.1%
Average Downhill Gradient: -6.0%
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2:00
Slow
1:30
Moderate
1:00
Fast
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From the parking, take a left up the hill along a farm track, continue past a house on your right and keep going straight up the hill. You will come to a fork where you veer left to continue uphill until you reach the trig point and cairn.
From here carry on following the main path which veers round to the right, you will be following the ridge that you can see ahead of you. Continue through some boggier sections, keeping your eyes on your GPX and the path for your next right turn to bring you back down into the valley.
You will descend slowly back down to the initial fork at the burn, passing by a wee bothy on your way, which is a great spot to stop for a snack if the rain has arrived!
Once you try and avoid getting your feet wet in the burn you turn left and you are back on the same track back to the car park.
None available.
Grass parking available for approx 4-5 cars
7 km
Yes
No
Moderate.
There are a few offshoots along the way, however if the weather is good you can clearly see the crest that you will be following on the run.
Generally good.
Waterproof leggings, Long-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Windproof jacket, Gloves, Beanie/thermal headwear, Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Survival bag, Survival blanket, Cellphone, Compass, Map
There are a few streams along the way, however these can often be muddy, dry or near sheep!
High chance of snow in the winter.
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