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Argyll and Bute

Cairndow to Carrick Castle via Hell's Glen — Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

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Argyll and Bute

Cairndow to Carrick Castle via Hell's Glen — Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

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Cairndow to Carrick Castle via Hell's Glen — Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

02:27

50.2km

720m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

Loch Goil Marine Protected Area

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

266 m

Kilmorich Church

Highlight • Historical Site

Quaint almost toybox church in the middle of Cairndow. A peaceful place to stop before/after taking on Hell's Glen and Rest and be Thankful lumps.

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2

5.89 km

Hell's Glen

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

Perfect tarmac climb/descent section on beautifully quiet single track road. Don't let the name put you off, it's a great piece of road and a pleasure to ride.

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23.9 km

Carrick Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

14th Century ruin on the side of Loch Goil that has given its name to the more modern hamlet nearby. An interesting stop off.

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4

36.0 km

Glen Mhor Scenic Road (B828)

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Stunning piece of tarmac between 2 climbs, with equally stunning views. You'll struggle to find a better road than this is all of Scotland!

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50.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

37.7 km

12.4 km

Surfaces

47.9 km

2.23 km

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Highest point (290 m)

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Saturday 9 May

11°C

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60 %

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