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Coire an Lochain is a glacial corrie situated on the northern slopes of Cairn Gorm in the Scottish Highlands, located immediately west of Coire an t-Sneachda. The steep, rocky headwall of the corrie is notably significant in British mountaineering, offering classic winter ice and mixed climbing routes that form under severe weather conditions. It also contains a deep lochan and forms a core part of the Cairngorm Mountain ski area.
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Where is Coire an Lochain located?
Coire an Lochain is a glacial corrie on the northern slopes of Cairn Gorm in the Scottish Highlands. It lies immediately west of the better-known Coire an t-Sneachda.
Why is Coire an Lochain important to climbers?
Its steep rocky headwall offers classic Scottish winter climbing, including ice and mixed routes. Conditions can change quickly because snow, ice, wind, and exposed rock all affect the corrie.
Is Coire an Lochain near Coire an t-Sneachda?
Yes. The two corries are neighboring features on Cairn Gorm, with Coire an Lochain immediately west of Coire an t-Sneachda.
What created Coire an Lochain?
It was carved by glacial erosion, which cut a bowl-shaped hollow into the mountain. The steep headwall and enclosed corrie profile are characteristic results of that process.
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