Winter Sports FAQ Section - Find a quick answer below.
To keep up to date with the latest news on conditions and events please check our website regularly. Our phone message is also constantly updated with the latest news from the slopes and you can also follow us on Twitter. Any other queries please email info@cairngormmountain.org or phone us on 01479 861261
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How do I get to CairnGorm Mountain?
It's easy! By car, train and bus. Click the following links to get further information.
Train Information Click Here
Bus Information Click Here
1. When does the skiing season start and what time do you open?
Snowsports can take place any time between December and April depending on weather conditions. It is sometimes possible to ski before December and into May. Winter operating hours are normally between 9am and 4pm depending on the daylight hours. CairnGorm Mountain update conditions using the following tools at regular intervals.
Click here to visit the weather update for the latest conditions.
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When you are in the area tune in to the local radio station - Speysound Radio on 96.6FM. 3. What snowsports are available at CairnGorm?.jpg)
Skiing, terrain park, snowboarding and sledging are all available subject to conditions. There are over 30km of ski runs and a fully maintained snow board fun park, suitable for all levels from beginner to expert. Cross Country, telemark, ski touring and ski mountaineering are also available from specialist operators. There is a recognised ski school that operates on site and Disability Snowsports UK also offer lessons for those with special needs. Please click here for snowsports school.
4. Can I prebook snowsports lessons, equipment hire and ski tickets?
Learn to ski and board with professional instructors. Choose from either a group or private lesson. You can pre book skiing and snowboarding lessons (with equipment) by contacting our resident ski school.
The Ski School on 01479 861319 (ski season only) or 07881 988480 at other times. Click here to go to the Ski School web site. Disability Snowsports UK offer lessons for those with special needs - click here for their web site.
If you require lessons or have prebooked lessons please go straight to the Ski School Desk on level 3 of the Day Lodge (not the Base Station ticket office) to confirm your booking and collect your ski ticket and equipment.
5. What equipment can I hire at CairnGorm?.jpg)
You can hire everything for skiing, snowboarding and sledging on the mountain including outer clothing. We require a deposit for all ski and board hire items (credit or debit card or £200 cash). Equipment should be paid for when you purchase your ski ticket at the Base Station Ticket Office. It is not possible to pre book equipment hire without booking a ski or board lesson.The only items that you can not hire are hats, gloves and goggles but these can be bought in the mountain shop. Ski Hire also offer a Worshop Service for last minute equipment adjustments or for a full service, quick edge and hot wax. Click here for information on equipment hire
6. How much will it cost?
We have a range of prices - summary in the table below. Please see the downloads section on the RHS for a full list of prices. All tickets and equipment hire items can be purchased at the same time in the Base Station Ticket Office. Once hire has been paid for equipment can be collected from Level 3 of the Day Lodge. Tickets can be purchased online here.
Prices Summary Winter 2009 - 2010. Tickets can be purchased on line by clicking here, in Aviemore, or at the Ticket Office on arrival.
| Product Type | Adult | Child | Senior | Student |
| 1 Day Ski Ticket (includes train) | £30 | £18.00 | £22 | £22 |
4 Day Ski Vouchers (includes train)
Non consecutive days - not transferable | £96 | £58 | na | na |
Ski Scotland 4 consecutive days - voucher
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| Afternoon Ski Ticket (From 12.30pm) | £20 | £12.25 | £14 | na |
1 Day Group Sk/Snowboardi Lesson
| £ | £ | £ | £ |
Private Ski / Board Lessons
| £
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| £
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| 30 min sledging session | £5 | £5 | £5 | £5 |
Train Ticket prices valid from 1.12.09
1 Day Funicular Railway Ticket (train only)
12 Month Friends of CairnGorm Train Pass
Downhill Train Ticket (downhill single travel) |
£9.75 £15 £7.00
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£6.15 £10 £4.50
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£8.45 £15 £6.15
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£8.45 £15 £6.15
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Family Railway Ticket (2+2)
Downhill Train Ticket
Family Railway Ticket (1+2)
Downhill Train Ticket | £ 28.70
£21.40 £20 £14.90
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| Snowboard and Boots Hire | £ 20 | £ 14.50 | £ 20 | £ 20 |
| Skis , sticks and boot hire | £ 20 | £ 14.50 | £ 20 | £ 20 |
7. What is there to do if I don't ski or snowboard?Ski spectators are more than welcome to visit the mountain and as well as plenty of fun and fresh air you can ride the train
, watch the skiers, enjoy the mountain exhibition and take a spot of lunch in the Ptarmigan Restaurant. Depending on weather and snow conditions you can also enjoy sledging in the sledge park or simply have some fun in the family fun area building an extension to the snow castle. Sledging and the snow castle are located outside the Ptarmigan Top Station within view of the Ptarmigan Restaurant. Please ensure you are dressed for winter mountain weather. Gloves, hats, warm jackets and snow boots are a must.
Note ; during the busy holiday periods we advise non skiers to plan their visit after 10.30am and before 2.30pm. This will help avoid the skier rush at the beginning and end of the day.
8. I already ski/board but have never been to CairnGorm. What should I do?
Pick up a piste map from the ticket office. Consider joining a Hilton Ambassador Tour. These tours take place daily and are free of charge - you will need a valid ski ticket. Meet the Hilton Ambassadors (in their bright
yellow jackets) at the exit doors in the Ptarmigan Top Station at 11.30am. They will take you on a tour of the hill and show you where the best skiing is to be found.
We hope to see you soon here at CairnGorm Mountain.
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