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Invercauld Bridge – Garbh Allt Falls loop from Meall Alvie

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Invercauld Bridge – Garbh Allt Falls loop from Meall Alvie

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Invercauld Bridge – Garbh Allt Falls loop from Meall Alvie

01:46

6.48km

100m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

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Cairngorms National Park

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627 m

Invercauld Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

The Invercauld Bridge, which is also known as the Bridge of Dee crosses the Dee near invercauld near to Balmoral Castle.

There are two bridges here, the Old Bridge of …

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2.52 km

Garbh Allt Falls

Highlight • Bridge

Stunning waterfalls that are worth the extra little effort to ride up to and if nothing else take in the views of the water. Bridge dates back to 1878!

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2.62 km

Garbh Allt Falls

Highlight • Natural Monument

Impressive waterfalls reachable on gravel bike in beautiful native Caledonian forest near Braemar / Ballater.

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2.98 km

Garbh Allt Shiel Falls

Highlight • Bridge

The Ballochbuie Forest which surrounds the falls is a fine example of the ancient Caldeonian forest that would have once covered the area.

The cast iron footbridge above the falls …

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3.40 km

Margaret Rhodes Memorial Cairn

Highlight • Monument

The Queen's first cousin and one of her most trusted confidantes, Margaret Rhodes, died aged 91 in 2016.
Mrs Rhodes, who was less than a year older than the Queen, …

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4.18 km

White Suspension Bridge, Deeside

Highlight • Bridge

Another classic Deeside white suspension bridges. There is a bench nearby to enjoy the views. At the far side the gate is locked so using as a crossing is not …

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