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Big Sand Beach – Road to Rua Reidh Lighthouse loop from Letterbox

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Big Sand Beach – Road to Rua Reidh Lighthouse loop from Letterbox

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Big Sand Beach – Road to Rua Reidh Lighthouse loop from Letterbox

01:27

31.5km

370m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 19, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.51 km

View of the Coast Near Clachtoll Beach

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2

9.45 km

Big Sand Beach

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Big Sand is a traditional Highland crofting village set on the shores of Gair Loch. Remote and peaceful, it's a perfect place to start a walk. The Gairloch Sands Yoth …

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3

10.5 km

Gairloch Hostel

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Friendly lodge-style Youth Hostel with stunning views over Gairloch Loch.

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4

15.2 km

Viewpoint at Gairloch Bell

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5

16.1 km

View of Gairloch

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6

26.7 km

Road to Rua Reidh Lighthouse

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B

31.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.8 km

1.44 km

186 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

31.2 km

186 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 20 May

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8°C

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