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Laxadale Lochs – Isle of Harris Distillery loop from Tarbert

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Laxadale Lochs – Isle of Harris Distillery loop from Tarbert

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Laxadale Lochs – Isle of Harris Distillery loop from Tarbert

01:38

23.7km

410m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 21.9 km for 58 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.45 km

Tarbert

Highlight • Settlement

As Harris' capital, Tarbert is a great base camp for adventures on Harris and Lewis. While staying here, you can visit the Isle of Harris Distillery, the Loomshed Brewery or …

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2

3.99 km

Laxadale Lochs

Highlight • Natural

Scenic circular walk round part of the loch

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3

4.88 km

Challenging Path

Highlight • Trail

9.06 km

Ruins

Ruins

5

21.1 km

Waterside Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

A cosy friendly cafe serving hot and cold drinks, homemade soup, cakes, snacks & light meals. A perfect pre run destination if you've just come off the ferry and need …

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6

21.2 km

Lochs Motor Transport Bike-Friendly Bus Service

Highlight • Structure

I took the bus between Stornoway and Tarbert, 15£ for a return ticket including the bike (2025). The bike got stored safely and secure in the clean & carpeted boot …

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7

21.7 km

Tarbert Ferry Terminal

Highlight • Rest Area

The Uig (Skye) to Tarbert ferry takes about 1hr 40mins. There is normally at least one service per day, but this can be affected by the weather so it's always …

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8

22.0 km

Hotel Hebrides

Highlight • Restaurant

Good food and a pint to refresh after the Harris circuit or to refresh to get ready the climb the Aird-Asiag hill 😁

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9

22.1 km

Isle of Harris Distillery

Highlight • Structure

Nice showroom with scheduled tours to learn about the spirit of the island.

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23.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.4 km

2.97 km

847 m

448 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

22.3 km

793 m

392 m

301 m

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Friday 22 May

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10°C

42 %

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