Things to Do around Huntly

Huntly, Aberdeenshire, provides opportunities for road cycling, hiking, jogging, and touring cycling. The region features 19 routes across these sports, explored by more than 1,000 visitors. These routes have an average rating of 4.14 out of 5 stars.

Road cyclists can find scenic routes, including a 45-mile (72 km) circular path through Dufftown and Rhynie, involving climbs through moorland. Shorter, easier options like the Rothiemay Stone Circle loop are also available. For more details, refer to Road Cycling Routes around Huntly.

Huntly offers extensive walking trails in its rolling hills and forests. Notable routes include those along the River Deveron, Battle Hill, Back of the Clashmach, Clashmach Hill, Dunbennan Hill, and 'Into the Bin'. The Bin Forest is particularly popular for hikers. Find more options in Hiking around Huntly.

Yes, Huntly offers easy hiking routes suitable for beginners and those seeking less strenuous walks. The Bin Forest has well-maintained trails, and routes like the Rothiemay Stone Circle loop provide gentler options. Specific easy routes are detailed in Easy hikes around Huntly.

Road cycling routes in Huntly feature varied terrain, from quiet roads to remote moorland and hills. Some routes involve significant climbs, while others offer flatter sections. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills and forests.

Huntly provides family-friendly options for outdoor activities. For hiking, there are specific routes designed for families. These can be found in the guide Family-friendly hikes around Huntly.

Huntly is nestled amidst rolling hills and lush forests, with the River Deveron flowing through the area. Significant natural features include the Bin Forest and Clashindarroch Forest. Historic sites like Huntly Castle, dating back to the 15th century, are also prominent.

Yes, Huntly offers several paths suitable for jogging. The area's extensive walking trails through forests and along rivers can be utilized for running. Specific jogging paths are highlighted in Running Trails around Huntly.

Bike hire is available in Huntly for those wishing to explore the area's cycling routes. The Huntly Nordic and Outdoor Centre provides bike rental services. This allows visitors to access various cycling opportunities, including mountain biking in the Bin Forest.

Komoot offers several guides for Huntly, including Road Cycling Routes around Huntly, Hiking around Huntly, and Running Trails around Huntly. There are also guides for easy hikes, family-friendly hikes, and cycling around Huntly.

Touring cyclists can find routes in Huntly that utilize quiet roads, farm tracks, and windfarm tracks. These routes are suitable for hybrid or mountain bikes, such as those leading to Greenmyres eco-bothy and around the Clashmach hill. More information is available in Cycling around Huntly.

Information on walking and cycling paths in Huntly can be obtained from the Huntly Development Trust. They can be contacted via email at huntlytravelhub@huntly.net or by phone at 01466 705548. Their website is huntlydevelopmenttrust.org.