We plan on running the Ptarmigan, Ciste, M1 poma and the train doing middle upstops from 11.30
PATROL HAVE CARRIED OUT AVALANCHE CHECKS, AND THE MARKED ROUTE ON THE CORONATION WALL IS OK., HOWEVER DUE TO THE WIND DIRECTION OVER THE LAST COUPLE,THE HEADWALL HAS SIGNIFICANT CORNICE BUILD UP.
The Groomers have patched up the M1 track and is now back in service . Some nice fresh powdery snow available. Great snowcover in the top bowls. Top two thirds of the M1 and Lady are still ok; better conditions on the top section and a little chopped up lower down, then about a 100m walk back to the Mid Station. On the Cas side it is skiable to the first Zig then a walk.
Ticket Office & Equipment Hire opening at 10:00. Snowsports ticket prices of £21.00 (adult) and £13.00 (Junior) will apply. First train up 10:20, last train down 16:30. The Mountain Shop, Cas bar are open from 10:00. We have a sale in both the Mountain Shop and Shop@The Top, with 30% off winter accessories.
Funicular only passengers can come up and enjoy the snow outside the Ptarmigan building.
SLEDGE PARK CLOSED.
Walks @ the top on hold until further notice due to return of wintry weather.
Cairngorm Mountain in Winter
There are few destinations in the world more beautiful than the Cairngorms National Park during winter. Not only does tourism peak as the snow falls, but the range of activities to enjoy becomes all the more extensive.
Top of the list for most winter visitors are the snow sports on offer – and particularly skiing and snowboarding. The snow sports take place between December and April, depending on snowfall; with winter operating hours usually between 9am and 4pm depending on daylight. There are more than 30km of ski runs as well as a fully maintained snowboard park; with cross country skiing also popular and Disability Snowsports UK offering snow sports tuition for the disabled.
Of course whether you plan to ski down the Cairn Gorm Mountain or not, you’ll still want to scale its heights to enjoy the incredible views across Aviemore, Strathspey and further afield in Scotland. You could reach the peak via the mountain railway, which allows you to travel in comfort from the Base Station to the Ptarmigan Top Station.
Whilst you're here, there’s plenty to do, including visiting the Mountain Shop and the Shop at the Top, with a range of ski-related accessories as well as unique gifts. You can also visit the Cas bar, which is a licensed bar and a great place to stop for refreshments with its warm atmosphere; or pop into the Ptarmigan Restaurant, the highest restaurant in the UK, which allows you to eat in style glancing out at the spectacular views while tucking into the brilliant food from locally sourced ingredients.
Throughout the winter, and indeed any time of the year, there is an incredible variety of wildlife to enjoy so make sure you pack your binoculars. You can also enjoy the exhibitions from local photographers and artists; or use the camera obscura to further explore the amazing landscapes across Scotland.
WEATHER FORECAST
17/05/2012 - 09:59
Current Weather
Top station Weather, Light winds - 15MPH,SSE, -3,0C, snowing at all levels at present. There has been further overnight snowfall, and the forecast is for light snow falling all day.
Temperature at Car Park Level
Morning: 0°C | Afternoon: 1°C
Snow level:700M
Vertical Runs: 400m
Access Road: OPEN
