Plans to open UK's longest toboggan ride at Cairngorm mountains

Plans are in place for a new toboggan ride at the Cairngorm mountain range.

It is hoped that the new attraction, of a dual rider running along a 1.2km track, will be ready to launch in the summer of 2026.

If the plans, which are subject to planning and funding approval, are successful, it will be the longest of its kind in the UK, as well as the highest, with the highest point at 715 metres above sea level.,

With an estimated investment of £1.2m, the toboggan track will be located within the existing ski infrastructure area at the mountain’s base, utilising an existing ski tow, alongside the mountain bike trails.

The ride will run from spring to autumn, and the lightweight aluminium track can be easily removed and installed in under two weeks at the start and end of the snowsports season.

The track will cross underneath existing bike tracks, offering views of the surrounding areas, while independent braking will allow the rider to safely control the speed of their adventure.

Once open it will also allow more full time staff to be employed year-round.

Tim Hurst, Interim CEO of CMSL, said: “Summer toboggans are a well-established concept in the mountains of Austria, Switzerland and Germany and in North America, but this is a first for the Scottish Highlands.

“We’re incredibly proud to be working on this exciting product, introducing something new to the area with minimal impact on the terrain. It complements the other activities on offer, fits into the existing infrastructure and is easy to remove and install by hand each season.

“By building on the success of our fantastic summer activities, we believe our toboggan ride will attract even more families, encourage them to stay in the local area for longer, providing yet another reason for visitors to come to Cairngorm Mountain out of the snowsports season and to enjoy the natural mountain environment throughout the year.

“We’ll be offering something unique and exhilarating that all the family can enjoy, and we can’t wait to get started on it.”