The first part of this route follows the Mounth Road, an ancient drove road linking Glen Esk with Glen Tanar and Deeside.  After about two miles the track reaches Queen's Well, which was built to commemorate a vist by Queen Victoria, and the Mounth Road begins to climb past the Cottage of Mark towards Mount Keen.

Please be careful when passing the cottage as it can be occupied.  This route however continues alongside the Water of Mark into more rugged mountain scenery, until it reaches a waterfall near Craig of Doune.  Balnammon's Cave, which was a Jacobite sanctuary after Culloden, is hidden amongst the crags, south of the fall.  Access to the cave itself is difficult in the boulder-strewn slope, so please take care if you are looking for it.

Balnamoon was never found by the Hanovarians seeking him, so do not be disappointed if you do not find the cave.  Do not be tempted to put yourself, and others, at risk in an effort to locate it.  To return, retrace steps back to the track and car park.

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