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Kames to Ballimore Bothy loop via Tighnabruaich Ark

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Kames to Ballimore Bothy loop via Tighnabruaich Ark

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Kames to Ballimore Bothy loop via Tighnabruaich Ark

03:06

41.6km

870m

Cycling

Embark on a challenging touring bicycle adventure with the Kames to Ballimore Bothy loop via Tighnabruaich Ark. This difficult 25.8-mile (41.6 km) route features a significant 2853 feet (870 metres) of elevation gain, taking you around 3 hours and 6 minutes to complete. You will encounter varied terrain, including quiet…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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18.8 km

Ballimore Bothy

Highlight • Mountain Hut

You can rent out the bothy next to the Oystercatcher bar and restaurant.

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34.3 km

View of the Kyles of Bute from Tighnabruaich

Highlight • Climb

Take your time with this climb, which ever way you choose to approach it - its quite a climb if you're fully loaded. A little easier from Tighnabruaich, the views out and across the Kyles of Bute are fabulous.

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38.9 km

Nice Viewpoint

Highlight • Structure

Great view. Short walk from parking through small wooden gate on grassy path. Also a picnic table nearby.

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41.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.6 km

12.5 km

3.83 km

673 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

37.0 km

3.76 km

833 m

Elevation

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Thursday 7 May

14°C

7°C

17 %

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Kames to Ballimore Bothy loop via Tighnabruaich Ark

Ballimore Bothy

View of the Kyles of Bute from Tighnabruaich

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