Pass of Drumochter
A9Blair Atholl to Dalwhinnie · Scotland
Distance23.2mi · 37 km
Drive time42 minon the road
DifficultyModerate
MountainMoorland
The high Highland watershed between the Cairngorms and the Central Highlands.
The A9 crosses the Pass of Drumochter, the highest point on the trunk road network in Scotland, between Blair Atholl and Dalwhinnie. It is a fast dual-and-single road, frequently snow-affected and wind-blown; keep within the limits and watch for sudden conditions.
Where it runs
Blair AthollStart · Scotland
DalwhinnieEnd · United Kingdom
Character
Corners10bends
Tightness3of 10
Max gradient7%≈ 1-in-14
Hairpins0tight bends
Climb332 mtotal ascent
Summit468 mhighest point · 1535 ft
SpringSummerAutumn
Elevation
332 m rangeKnow before you go
- High watershed, snow and ice
- Strong crosswinds
- Fast traffic
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