Loch Ashie is a large, open freshwater loch situated in the Scottish Highlands, southeast of the Great Glen. The area is characterized by undulating heather moorland, areas of shallow peat, and stands of Scots pine trees, providing a wild and scenic backdrop for outdoor pursuits. Its natural features and diverse terrain make it suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Loch Ashie offers numerous routes for outdoor…
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542
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7.00km
01:52
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.78km
02:22
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.66km
00:57
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20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.91km
01:04
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60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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55.1km
04:31
690m
690m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.9km
02:08
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200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.5km
00:50
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20.3km
01:31
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.4km
00:56
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40m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.2km
02:29
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.4km
02:22
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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133
riders
22.7km
01:07
240m
240m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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24.9km
01:16
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320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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40.9km
02:16
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480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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17
runners
20.4km
02:24
260m
260m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42.3km
05:06
970m
970m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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12.7km
01:26
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.9km
01:17
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.6km
01:06
80m
80m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
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43.4km
03:12
490m
490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Loch Ashie offers diverse outdoor activities including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and gravel biking. The region is well-regarded by outdoor enthusiasts, with an average rating of 4.52 stars from over 31,000 visitors.
Loch Ashie is a large freshwater loch surrounded by undulating heather moorland, areas of shallow peat, and Scots pine trees. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and a Special Protection Area (SPA) due to its ecological importance.
Yes, Loch Ashie provides various hiking opportunities, including a circular walk around the loch with views of the water and surrounding hills. Trails range from easy family walks to more moderate hikes. For detailed routes, consult the Hiking around Loch Ashie guide.
The Loch Ashie area is suitable for road cycling, touring cycling, and mountain biking, benefiting from the wider Scottish Highlands' cycling infrastructure. Guides like Road Cycling Routes around Loch Ashie and Cycling around Loch Ashie offer specific routes.
The region around Loch Ashie, as part of the Scottish Highlands, is known for its mountain biking opportunities. Trails include forest paths and loch-side routes. Explore options in the MTB Trails around Loch Ashie guide.
Yes, Loch Ashie offers easy walks suitable for families, often featuring open loch views and natural scenery. Specific routes can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Loch Ashie and Easy hikes around Loch Ashie guides.
Loch Ashie is a significant site for birdwatching, particularly known as the most important gathering site in the UK for Slavonian grebes. Other wetland breeding birds like tufted ducks, mallards, and red-breasted mergansers also inhabit the area.
Loch Ashie is a popular destination, with more than 31,000 visitors having shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Loch Ashie, covering various activities. These include Hiking around Loch Ashie, Road Cycling Routes around Loch Ashie, and MTB Trails around Loch Ashie, among others.
Yes, there are hiking routes accessible from bus stations around Loch Ashie. Information on these routes can be found in the Hikes from bus stations around Loch Ashie guide.
For general tourist information about the wider region that includes Loch Ashie, contact Visit Inverness Loch Ness. Their phone number is +44 (0)1463 219219.

