Grey Cairns of Camster

Open to visitorsa Historic Environment Scotland site — many are free to wander; staffed ones charge and keep set hours

Standing remainssubstantial fabric survives to stand in front of

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Grey Cairns of Camster is a chambered tomb in Highland. It is one of 49 chambered tombs the Albion Guide lists in the county. It is looked after by Historic Environment Scotland.

The nearest railway station is Wick, 12.1 km to the north-east. Other chambered tombs nearby include Cairn Reain and McCole's Castle.

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