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Loch an Eilein Castle – Loch an Eilein loop from Aviemore

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Loch an Eilein Castle – Loch an Eilein loop from Aviemore

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Loch an Eilein Castle – Loch an Eilein loop from Aviemore

02:23

21.3km

180m

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 10, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.89 km

View of Lochan Mor (Lily Loch)

Highlight • Natural

No loop around sadly.

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2

1.99 km

Bench With a View of the Lake in Cairngorms National Park

Highlight • Lake

a bench with a beautiful view

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3

3.98 km

Loch an Eilein Castle

Highlight • Castle

Loch An Eilein Castle stands on a natural island just off the north-west shore of Loch An Eilein, deep in the Rothiemurchus Forest. The castle was built in the 13th …

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4.13 km

Loch an Eilein

Lake

5

5.92 km

Bridge between Loch Gamha and Loch an Eilein

Highlight • Forest

A small bridge allows you to cross between the banks or stand between the lochs and see both.

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6

6.84 km

Loch an Eilein

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

The beautifully scenic Loch an Eilein is an idyllic place to trail run. Glistening waters shine through the Native Scots Pine trees that grow here, and it's not unusual to …

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8.69 km

Loch an Eilein

Highlight • Viewpoint

Around Loch an Eileen, you'll find a lovely, winding gravel bike path. It's not technical, just pure enjoyment in the beautiful scenery.

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21.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.2 km

3.42 km

1.09 km

559 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.84 km

7.67 km

1.76 km

1.57 km

438 m

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Highest point (300 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

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Saturday 23 May

17°C

12°C

22 %

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