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Ossian’s Hall of Mirrors – Pine Cone Viewpoint loop from Bankfoot

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Ossian’s Hall of Mirrors – Pine Cone Viewpoint loop from Bankfoot

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Ossian’s Hall of Mirrors – Pine Cone Viewpoint loop from Bankfoot

04:50

53.9km

1,150m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that is highly dangerous

A part of this route comprises highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 25.7 km for 22 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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14.7 km

Electric Beaver Trail

Highlight (Segment) • MTB Park

Great flow trail with short climb to the top, can be muddy at the top after rain. Good for a warm up before Rake and Ruin

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18.7 km

Ossian’s Hall of Mirrors

Highlight • Viewpoint

A scenic waypoint within The Hermitage overlooks the waterfall/rapids on the River Braan.

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20.1 km

Pine Cone Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

For Trail MTB explorers on an adventure.

Interesting waypoint on a ride giving panoramic scenic views over Strathtay.

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29.8 km

King’s Seat Viewpont

Viewpoint

37.6 km

Forest Trail and Nature Walk Junction

Highlight • Forest

The adjacent free Cally Car Park is a great access point to the many local trails and tracks for those arriving via a vehicle. The car park will probably get full on popular days like bank holidays so arrive early. There are no toilets or refreshments at the car park.

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38.7 km

View of the River Tay from Dunkeld Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Dunkeld Bridge was built by Thomas Telford in 1809 and was the main road north to Inverness until the A9 was built in 1977. Today, it provides excellent views up and down the River Tay.

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43.5 km

Murthly Romanesque Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

For Trail MTB explorers on an adventure.

Let’s face it—when you hear “Roman Bridge,” you expect gladiators and emperors, but this one’s a bit of a twist. The so-called Roman Bridge on the Murthly Castle estate in Perthshire isn’t actually Roman. Shocking, I know. Built in the mid-19th century, it’s a masterpiece of Romanesque style, complete with six beautiful arches spanning the dramatic Birnam Burn. They knew how to make things grand back then, no doubt about it. This wasn’t just a simple crossing—it was a statement.

Now, why the Roman name, you ask? Simple. The Victorians were obsessed with classical grandeur. They loved to borrow from the past and put their own spin on it. This bridge wasn’t about utility—it was about prestige. A Category A listing proves its national importance.

But here’s the bad news. The bridge has seen better days. Time hasn’t been kind, and now it’s in poor condition, neglected like yesterday’s headlines. Sad, really. Historic Environment Scotland’s Canmore database still has photos of its glory (and its current wear and tear). If you’re a fan of heritage—and who isn’t—you should check those out. Believe me, it’s worth it.

For now, this bridge remains part of Murthly’s romantic, forgotten past. Let’s hope someone swoops in with a good restoration plan—maybe even an upgrade. Wouldn’t that be something?

Ref: canmore.org.uk/site/26972

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53.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.2 km

9.81 km

7.29 km

6.90 km

2.90 km

2.73 km

Surfaces

15.8 km

14.6 km

11.5 km

7.02 km

2.77 km

1.30 km

951 m

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Ossian’s Hall of Mirrors – Pine Cone Viewpoint loop from Bankfoot

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Ossian’s Hall of Mirrors

Pine Cone Viewpoint

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View of the River Tay from Dunkeld Bridge

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