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Loch Garten – Loch Garten loop from Nethy Bridge

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Loch Garten – Loch Garten loop from Nethy Bridge

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5.0

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Loch Garten – Loch Garten loop from Nethy Bridge

01:47

16.9km

130m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Cairngorms National Park

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2.45 km

Abernethy Forest Singletrack

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Beautiful woodland single track linking Loch Garten with Nethy Bridge. This path is part of Abernethy National Nature Reserve, and is home to Caledonian pinewood and the elusive red squirrels.

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8.16 km

Benches Overlooking Loch Mallachie

Highlight • Viewpoint

This small and secluded loch is extremely tranquil. It is surrounded by forest on three sides but opens up on the southwest banks and affords the perfect place to watch the sunset.

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9.40 km

Loch Garten

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nestled amidst gorgeous woodland to the northeast of Aviemore, Loch Garten is a beautifully tranquil place for a stroll. It's a treat for birders, with many species to spot such …

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10.3 km

Nestled within the Abernethy Nature Reserve, Loch Garten is a haven for wildlfe, a serene loch surrounded by Caledonian pine forest. If you're lucky you might spot a rare capercaille, Scottish crossbill or osprey.

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15.6 km

Nethy Bridge Water Fountain

Highlight • Monument

This water fountain was given to the village by Lady Stamford and Warrington. There is also a picnic bench and map detailing the routes of some local walks.

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15.6 km

Nethy Bridge Visitor Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

A good place to start and finish rides or walks in Abernethy forest. it has parking (small donation requested via honesty box), toilets and an interesting interpretation room with lots of historical and natural history information

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15.7 km

Nethy House Cafe & Bistro

Highlight • Restaurant

A hidden gem and a must stop along the Speyside Way for any two wheel antics. The food is hearty and plentiful. The coffee is delicious and locally roasted. Dont …

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16.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.28 km

5.93 km

1.63 km

593 m

404 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.94 km

6.04 km

1.30 km

986 m

744 m

257 m

Elevation

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Loch Garten – Loch Garten loop from Nethy Bridge

Abernethy Forest Singletrack

Benches Overlooking Loch Mallachie

Loch Garten

Loch Garten

Nethy Bridge Water Fountain

Nethy Bridge Visitor Centre

Nethy House Cafe & Bistro

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