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Bog Woodland Observation Point – Loch Garten loop from Nethy Bridge

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Bog Woodland Observation Point – Loch Garten loop from Nethy Bridge

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4.8

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Bog Woodland Observation Point – Loch Garten loop from Nethy Bridge

01:28

21.1km

170m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.28 km

Singletrack through Abernethy National Nature Reserve

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Fun traffic free section of the Speyside Way. Suitable for gravel bikes as well. Undulating with some fun little descent sections to keep you on your toes. Fun in both …

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6.17 km

Bog Woodland Observation Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

Bog woodland is an important habitat for many animals, insects and birds. This area has been preserved to allow them to flourish here. You are asked to stay on the boardwalks.

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6.96 km

Speyside Way Forest Singletrack

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A lovely smooth section of single track running along the edge of the forest, and following the Speyside Way. The perfect introduction to offroad riding. Surrounded by beautiful native Scots Pine trees with plentiful wild blueberries growing underneath.

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9.00 km

Nash’s Bike Shop, Boat of Garten

Highlight • Cycleway

This shop is a gem. Nash is a top mechanic and although it’s tiny, it’s got everything you might need.

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9.05 km

Ride Scotland Bike Shop & Café

Highlight • Cafe

Well-stocked bike shop, bike hire and workshop based in Boat of Garten. Seasonal opening - check ridescotland.com for specific times.

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14.0 km

Loch Garten Nature Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

The visitor center buildings are currently under construction and are not accessible. There is some kind of emergency facility in a tent to receive visitors and obtain information.

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14.1 km

Loch Garten

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nestled within the Abernethy Nature Reserve, Loch Garten is a haven for wildlfe, a serene loch surrounded by Caledonian pine forest. If you're lucky you might spot a rare capercaille, Scottish crossbill or osprey.

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21.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.4 km

6.79 km

1.16 km

687 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.5 km

6.22 km

2.60 km

1.03 km

725 m

Elevation

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Lowest point (200 m)

Weather

Thursday 7 May

13°C

4°C

19 %

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Bog Woodland Observation Point – Loch Garten loop from Nethy Bridge

Singletrack through Abernethy National Nature Reserve

Bog Woodland Observation Point

Speyside Way Forest Singletrack

Nash’s Bike Shop, Boat of Garten

Ride Scotland Bike Shop & Café

Loch Garten Nature Centre

Loch Garten

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