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Fort Augustus And Glenmoriston

Fort Augustus Locks – Fort Augustus Swing Bridge loop from Fort Augustus

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United Kingdom
Scotland
Highlands
Fort Augustus And Glenmoriston

Fort Augustus Locks – Fort Augustus Swing Bridge loop from Fort Augustus

Easy

4.6

(14)

67

hikers

Fort Augustus Locks – Fort Augustus Swing Bridge loop from Fort Augustus

01:59

7.54km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 194 m for 15 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

155 m

Caledonian Canal Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

Excellent presentation about the planning and construction phase of the Caledonian Canal.

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2

259 m

Fort Augustus Locks

Highlight • Structure

Fort Augustus sits on the southern banks of the Loch Ness. From the historic and picturesque hamlet, you get wonderful views of the loch and many tourists come here to …

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3

272 m

Cafe Cobbs

Highlight • Cafe

Opens 8-5.30 pm daily.
An amazing selection of home-baked cakes.
Serves breakfast and lunch usuals. Well worth a visit.

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4

3.90 km

Playground

Highlight • Rest Area

5

5.27 km

Ardachy Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Beautiful old stone bridge

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6

7.32 km

Canal Side Pub Terrace

Highlight • Viewpoint

7

7.39 km

Fort Augustus Swing Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Impressive lock system at the entrance of the canal.

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B

7.54 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.57 km

712 m

691 m

310 m

168 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.02 km

1.56 km

1.15 km

1.11 km

498 m

149 m

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Wednesday 7 October

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