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Glen Fruin Road – View of the Highlands loop from Garelochhead

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Glen Fruin Road – View of the Highlands loop from Garelochhead

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Glen Fruin Road – View of the Highlands loop from Garelochhead

02:42

35.9km

640m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 1.29 km for 1.48 km

Closed: • during snow conditions (otherwise open)

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.16 km

Glen Fruin Road

Highlight • Climb

The secret to enjoying the fabulous views from the top of Glen Fruin is to pace yourself up the climb. The lower slopes are forgiving, however there is a wee …

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3.17 km

View of the Highlands

Highlight • Viewpoint

Starting point for the hike. splendid views with good parking.

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11.0 km

Steep Forest Path Near Railway Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

It's essentially a narrow footpath with high verges, which makes it difficult to pedal. It is also very steep at the North end.

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16.1 km

View of Loch Long

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Loch Long is a body of water in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. The Sea Loch extends from the Firth of Clyde at its southwestern end. It measures approximately 20 miles …

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18.1 km

This route is fantastic but shouldn't be underestimated...lots of hill climbs and techy descents. Make sure you pack enough food with you for the duration as there's not many places to stop and fuel up.

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19.3 km

View of the Arrochar Alps

Highlight • Trail

Enjoy the waterfalls just beyond this point. Also I've recently discovered a little techy down section just prior to it that leads you to Succoth.

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35.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.7 km

14.8 km

2.53 km

1.43 km

1.01 km

364 m

Surfaces

21.6 km

6.97 km

4.94 km

1.39 km

922 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Wednesday 8 July

23°C

13°C

11 %

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Glen Fruin Road – View of the Highlands loop from Garelochhead

Glen Fruin Road

View of the Highlands

Steep Forest Path Near Railway Bridge

View of Loch Long

View of Loch Lomond

View of the Arrochar Alps

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