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Loch Morlich – Loch Morlich Beach loop from Tom Dubh

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Loch Morlich – Loch Morlich Beach loop from Tom Dubh

Hard

5.0

(3)

riders

Loch Morlich – Loch Morlich Beach loop from Tom Dubh

03:55

51.3km

510m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Glenmore National Nature Reserve

Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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432 m

Old Post Office Cafe Gallery

Highlight • Lake

Friendly cafe and art gallery with outdoor seating and bike storage area. Coffees, teas and cakes from inside or the famous Inshriach potting shed. Freshly prepared daily specials, sourced locally, seasonally and responsibly.

The gallery showcases a variety of local artists and makers including a permanent display of Ann Vastano.

Tip by

8.36 km

Drake's Bothy

Highlight • Mountain Hut

This is a great bothy located close to a small track. There is plenty of space inside with a bunk bed, bench, 2 X folding chairs and plenty of floor space. There's room to bring your bikes indoors to protect your pride and joy from the elements.

Open during COVID-19 for household groups or 2 individuals from different households.

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19.2 km

Loch Morlich

Highlight • Beach

A lovely place to pause along the edge of the deservedly popular Loch Morlich. There is a sandy beach nearby and stunning views across the water towards the northern peaks of the Cairngorms National Park.

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20.2 km

Gravel track on the south side of Loch Morlich

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

This lovely smooth gravel track runs the length of the Southern side of Loch Morlich. Enjoy riding in Glenmore Forest with the occasional view towards the mountains of the Cairngorms, and through the trees to the Loch, where there is a bench you can take a rest on.

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22.6 km

Loch Morlich Beach

Highlight • Beach

Loch Morlich is a freshwater loch surrounded by award-winning sandy beaches. From the loch beaches, you are afforded spectacular views of the snow-clad peaks of the northern Cairngorms. Managed by the Forestry Commission, the bay at the end of Loch Morlich provides is ideal site for a wide range of activities, including water sports and hiking.

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25.9 km

Glenmore Forest Park Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

the Badaguish outdoor center is a fabulous place. lots to do, great options for accommodation

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39.9 km

Rothiemurchus Visitor Centre

Highlight • Parking

The Rothiemurchus Visitor Centre is your first point of entry into this exquisite Highland estate. You'll find all the information you need inside to make the most out of your visit as well as having the opportunity to book activities. There's a cafe onsite and a large car park from which you can set out on one of the many trails.

The forest and trails are free to use for cyclists and hikers and there's a charge to use the car park. Amongst the many activities on offer through the estate is a Highland cattle safari tour.

Tip by

41.0 km

River Spey

Lake

41.5 km

Aviemore

Highlight • Settlement

Lively little town, which is very much geared towards leisure tourists, skiers and hikers as well as party nights

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Tip by

51.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

30.9 km

10.5 km

6.79 km

1.68 km

1.44 km

Surfaces

19.9 km

14.8 km

11.2 km

4.11 km

1.08 km

222 m

Elevation

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Highest point (400 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

Weather

Sunday 12 July

22°C

8°C

0 %

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Loch Morlich – Loch Morlich Beach loop from Tom Dubh

Old Post Office Cafe Gallery

Drake's Bothy

Loch Morlich

Gravel track on the south side of Loch Morlich

Loch Morlich Beach

Glenmore Forest Park Trail

Rothiemurchus Visitor Centre

Aviemore

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