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View of Naver Estuary – River Naver loop from Cnoc an Fhreiceadain Long Cairns Car Park

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View of Naver Estuary – River Naver loop from Cnoc an Fhreiceadain Long Cairns Car Park

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View of Naver Estuary – River Naver loop from Cnoc an Fhreiceadain Long Cairns Car Park

03:52

79.9km

1,130m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 19, 2026

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9.45 km

View of the Winding Road in the Scottish Highlands

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Beautiful road, can be busy

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2

15.2 km

Old Stone Bridge Over the Halladale River

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This is a nice place to stop on a nice day for a bite to eat etc, theres a lay by either side of here and just a short walk …

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3

15.7 km

First Signpost for John O'Groats

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4

18.0 km

Melvich Hotel

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Great little cycling-friendly hotel with great food and comfortable rooms.
The decor is inspired by the sea and surfing. It’s also a short walk down to the stunning Melvich Beach if you fancy a paddle.

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5

24.0 km

View of the Ocean from the Road

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6

38.5 km

View of Naver Estuary

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7

40.0 km

River Naver

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A cold night in the tent and on the road by 7am (or 0700 hours as he says, he sometimes forgets he’s no longer in the army!). Found a buddy …

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8

41.8 km

Bettyhill Hotel

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If you want a secure night for your bike and some good food with a view, this will do.

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79.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

68.1 km

11.8 km

172 m

Surfaces

76.9 km

2.95 km

172 m

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