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Argyll and Bute
Strachur

Lock Eck loop via Benmore Botanic Gardens — Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

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Bike touring routes & trails
United Kingdom
Scotland
Argyll and Bute
Strachur

Lock Eck loop via Benmore Botanic Gardens — Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

Hard

20

riders

Lock Eck loop via Benmore Botanic Gardens — Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

03:40

37.9km

660m

Cycling

Prepare for a demanding touring bicycle adventure on the Lock Eck loop, a difficult ride covering 23.5 miles (37.9 km) with a significant 2177 feet (664 metres) of elevation gain. This route typically takes around 3 hours and 39 minutes to complete. You will cycle through peaceful forests and along…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

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12.5 km

Loch Eck

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If you are cycling on the west side of the loch it is passable on road tyres (I.e. 28c) but it is majority gravel so if you are wanting abit more fun/speed I would suggest some 37c tyres at least.

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14.2 km

Benmore Botanic Garden

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Benmore botanic gardens is a 120-acre mountainside garden surrounded by the dramatic scenery of Argyllshire.

The gardens also have a tearoom. Perfect for a snack stop!

Open daily from 1 …

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15.4 km

Winding Gravel Path Around Loch Eck

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Bit of bikepushing walking up the steep parts, but it's worth it!

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21.9 km

Glen Finart Gravel Path

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A healthy mixture of light and loose gravel that climbs up and away from Loch Eck. If your bike (or your will power) isn't keen on gravel then a well paved road runs parallel.

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29.5 km

View of Loch Eck and Loch Tarsan

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Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Eck and Tarzan lochs from this picturesque vantage point.

Settle into a comfortable spot, unpack your lunch, and allow yourself to be captivated by the scenery before you.

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37.9 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.1 km

3.19 km

1.86 km

1.73 km

Surfaces

30.6 km

4.25 km

2.76 km

350 m

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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