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Loch Morlich and Glenmore Forest from Aviemore – Cairngorms National Park

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Loch Morlich and Glenmore Forest from Aviemore – Cairngorms National Park

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Loch Morlich and Glenmore Forest from Aviemore – Cairngorms National Park

03:58

48.5km

480m

Cycling

The "Loch Morlich and Glenmore Forest from Aviemore" route offers a challenging touring bicycle experience through ancient Caledonian pine forests and past the unique sandy beaches of Loch Morlich. This difficult 30.1-mile (48.5 km) ride involves 1571 feet (479 metres) of elevation gain, typically taking around 3 hours and 58…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Glenmore National Nature Reserve

Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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10.6 km

Sluggan Pass

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Definitely easier from the south but you've then got the road to deal with. Nothing technical on either descent but take care for ice in spring!

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24.1 km

Abernethy Forest Gravel Track

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I found this gently climbing and undulating gravel road through the forest a great pleasure to cycle. I was shocked by the elevation gain on the map, but in practice, …

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28.5 km

Ryvoan Bothy

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Ryvoan is a classic Scottish bothy, a haven on the open ground beyond the Ryvoan Pass. It's a popular shelter too, being relatively easy to access from Glen More.

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40.1 km

Allt na Righne Bridge

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This iron bridge, built in 1912, is not bicycle friendly. On one side there are stairs, on the other side there are no stairs only a height. You must lift …

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43.8 km

Loch an Eilein

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Really nice bit of smooth flat asphalt. Zoom along - but watch out for the zooming vehicles as well.

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48.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.6 km

15.1 km

3.45 km

2.73 km

591 m

Surfaces

26.6 km

16.8 km

3.08 km

1.13 km

943 m

Elevation

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

Weather

Thursday 21 May

17°C

11°C

27 %

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Max wind speed: 18.0 km/h

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Loch Morlich and Glenmore Forest from Aviemore – Cairngorms National Park

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Ryvoan Bothy

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