Loch Rannoch, a region in Highland Perthshire, Scotland, features a diverse landscape suitable for various outdoor activities. This area is characterized by its tranquil freshwater loch, surrounded by heather moorlands, ancient Caledonian pine forests, and the hills and mountains of the Central Highlands. The terrain offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, gravel biking, and more, making it a destination for exploring the Scottish wilderness.
Loch Rannoch provides a range…
60
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4.4
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Average rating
2981
People visited

4.7
(7)
154
riders
36.7km
02:07
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
187
riders
87.2km
05:26
880m
870m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(2)
35
riders
31.5km
03:12
510m
510m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
riders
130km
10:58
1,190m
1,190m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(12)
1,904
riders
119km
05:06
1,000m
1,000m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

17
riders
50.7km
02:22
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

16
riders
60.3km
02:50
690m
690m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
riders
26.5km
01:15
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
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55
hikers
6.10km
02:00
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
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18
hikers
10.3km
02:51
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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18
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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37
hikers
4.83km
01:42
270m
270m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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29
runners
8.29km
01:02
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
runners
8.86km
00:55
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
runners
4.12km
00:37
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(3)
45
riders
129km
07:52
1,250m
1,250m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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16
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
33.9km
02:29
440m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
49.7km
03:21
630m
630m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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32
riders
36.8km
03:18
550m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
62.5km
04:08
770m
770m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
18.1km
01:30
260m
260m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Loch Rannoch offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Gravel biking, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The region features diverse landscapes such as heather moorlands, ancient Caledonian pine forests, and mountains. More than 6,000 visitors have shared experiences on komoot, with routes averaging 4.45 out of 5 stars.
Loch Rannoch provides various hiking trails, from rugged walks on Rannoch Moor to woodland paths in ancient Caledonian Forests. Notable ascents include Munros like Schiehallion and Ben Lawers. For more options, explore the Hiking around Loch Rannoch guide.
Yes, the "Loch Rannoch Circular" is a popular road cycling circuit, approximately 25 miles (40 km) long, offering scenic views around the loch. This area is also part of the Etape Caledonia cycle route. More information is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Loch Rannoch guide.
Loch Rannoch offers opportunities for gravel biking on old drovers' trails and new routes like "The Badgers Divide" and "The Great North Trail." The Carie Mountain Biking Trail also provides an undemanding route through forestry. Consult the Gravel biking around Loch Rannoch guide for specific routes.
Yes, Loch Rannoch offers trails suitable for beginners and those seeking easier walks. Measured walks at Carie and the Blackwood Forest are available. The Easy hikes around Loch Rannoch guide provides specific recommendations.
Loch Rannoch has routes suitable for families, often featuring less challenging terrain and scenic points of interest. The region is highlighted as a family-friendly destination. Specific options can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Loch Rannoch guide.
Yes, many trails in Loch Rannoch are dog-friendly, allowing companions to join outdoor adventures. It is advisable to keep dogs under control, especially near livestock or wildlife. The Dog-friendly hikes around Loch Rannoch guide lists suitable routes.
Key natural features include Loch Rannoch itself, a 9-mile (14 km) long freshwater loch, and Rannoch Moor, a vast area of heather and peat bog. The region also features remnants of ancient Caledonian Pine Forests and prominent mountains like Schiehallion and Ben Lawers.
Loch Rannoch is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 6,000 visitors having recorded tours. The region's 19 routes across various sports have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Komoot offers several guides for Loch Rannoch, including those for Hiking, Cycling, Gravel biking, and Dog-friendly hikes. There are also guides for Easy hikes and Family-friendly hikes.
While there isn't one single official tourism website for Loch Rannoch, information can be found via the Rannoch & Tummel Tourist Association or Highland Perthshire Tourism. A general tourist information phone number for the area is +44 1796 470558.

