Loch Loyal – Kyle of Tongue Bridge loop from Rogart

Loch Loyal – Kyle of Tongue Bridge loop from Rogart

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Loch Loyal – Kyle of Tongue Bridge loop from Rogart

07:38

174km

1,420m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

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After 17.0 km for 136 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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17.1 km

Church Hill Woodland

Forest

17.4 km

Loch Shin Waterside Café

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Brunch, lunch, dinner and drinks served with great views across Loch Shin. Outside seating by the loch in the summer and a wood burner for the winter.
Open every day …

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24.7 km

Rural Road with Scenic Views

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midge net, lifesaver. sprays helpful

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37.8 km

NCN 1 route marker at The Crask Inn

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I have a thing for these unique NCN markers. This one is in the parking area across from the the Crask Inn. I remember visiting the Inn, 15 years ago …

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64.0 km

View of Loch Hope

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64.4 km

Loch Loyal

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A freshwater loch nestled amongst the dramatic northern Highlands, Loch Loyal is a beautiful spot. At its deepest, the loch drops to about 200 feet (61 m). Surrounded by Beinn …

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80.9 km

Kyle of Tongue Causeway and Bridge

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This causeway and bridge carry the A838 across the Kyle of Tongue. It was built in 1971 and replaced a 10mile diversion inland on small and windy roads. There was a ferry here, but it closed in 1956.

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81.1 km

Kyle of Tongue Bridge

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The Kyle of Tongue Bridge is part of the Kyle of Tongue Causeway crossing the Kyle of Tongue sea loch. Built in 1971 to carry the A838, the road from …

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98.6 km

Viewpoint

156 km

The Pier Cafe, Lairg

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The Pier Cafe offers seasonal brunch, lunch, dinner and drinks with wonderful views across loch Shin.
Open every day from 10:00 - 16:00. Evening meals from 17:30 till late on Fri & Sat nights.

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174 km

End point

Train Station

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