Both the Lecht and Glenshee Ski Centres are located just off the SnowRoads scenic route - and both have their unique advantages to offer.

The Lecht is particularly well set up for beginners because it boasts a wide, easy-to-ride magic carpet, which in particular kids love. Parents also love The Lecht because they can watch their wee skiers from the comfort of the large glass-fronted café, while cupping a hot chocolate. It’s also a favourite with freestylers due to its rail park and hosts competitions during the season. The new snow factory makes beginner skiing more of a guarantee for the 2019 season.

Best For: Beginners & Families
Nearest Village: Tomintoul
Where to hire equipment: On site or Goodbrand & Ross nearby at Corgarff




Glenshee If you’re a fan of chairlifts and like giving your weary legs a rest on the way up, then head to either The Lecht or Glenshee. Glenshee has more terrain and has more scope for more advanced skiers. There is a huge car park here and the amazing journey up over the Cairnwell pass along the SnowRoads to get here is well worth the visit. 

Best For: All Abilities/Groups of friends willing to car share the journey
Nearest Village: Braemar
Where to hire equipment: On site or nearby at Braemar.