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Nethy Bridge woodland loop to Boat of Garten

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Nethy Bridge woodland loop to Boat of Garten

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4.9

(7)

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Nethy Bridge woodland loop to Boat of Garten

01:48

24.9km

170m

Mountain biking

Embark on an easy mountain biking adventure through the picturesque woodlands of the Cairngorms National Park. This 15.5-mile (24.9 km) loop, known as the Nethy Bridge woodland loop to Boat of Garten, guides you through ancient Caledonian pine forests rich in birdlife, often alongside the River Spey. You will navigate…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Cairngorms National Park

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655 m

Speyside Way Forest Singletrack

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A lovely smooth section of single track running along the edge of the forest, and following the Speyside Way. The perfect introduction to offroad riding. Surrounded by beautiful native Scots Pine trees with plentiful wild blueberries growing underneath.

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2.01 km

Singletrack through Abernethy National Nature Reserve

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Fun traffic free section of the Speyside Way. Suitable for gravel bikes as well. Undulating with some fun little descent sections to keep you on your toes. Fun in both …

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20.6 km

Junction at the River Spey Boardwalk

Highlight • Viewpoint

The minor road from Boat of Garten meets the River Spey here. To the North a track follows the water's edge, and to the South the tarmac continues to Coylumbridge from where you can access Aviemore.

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24.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.1 km

6.07 km

4.53 km

1.98 km

258 m

Surfaces

7.65 km

7.12 km

5.18 km

2.27 km

1.70 km

1.00 km

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Speyside Way Forest Singletrack

Singletrack through Abernethy National Nature Reserve

Junction at the River Spey Boardwalk

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