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View of Scolpaig Tower – RSPB Balranald Nature Reserve loop from Paiblesgarry

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View of Scolpaig Tower – RSPB Balranald Nature Reserve loop from Paiblesgarry

Moderate

5.0

(1)

40

riders

View of Scolpaig Tower – RSPB Balranald Nature Reserve loop from Paiblesgarry

01:30

32.3km

170m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

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After 26.5 km for 428 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

3.62 km

Highland Cattle

Highlight • Natural

2

5.62 km

Scenic Route to Lochmaddy

Highlight • Cycleway

I took the "shortcut" through the island to Lochmaddy. It had beautiful scenery and the road was great! It's broad enough to have the few cars passing by you, give …

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3

13.6 km

The Wee Cottage Kitchen

Highlight • Cafe

A well needed hot drink and bacon butty is available from this little roadside stop. the cakes look incredible and on a rainy day like ours we were very grateful …

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4

15.3 km

Tràigh Bhàlaigh Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful view

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5

15.9 km

Start of the Walk to Vallay Island

Highlight • Beach

Experience the unique opportunity of walking across the tidal flats to the beautiful Vallay Island in North Uist. It's essential to check the tidal times before visiting, as this walk …

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17.8 km

Loch na Gearrachun

Lake

7

21.2 km

View of Scolpaig Tower

Highlight • Monument

Built around 1830, Scolpaig Tower is a unique stone pillar towering on an Iron Age dun on an islet in Loch Scolpaig. It was built by Dr Alexander MacLeod to …

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8

26.9 km

Self-Service Vending

Highlight • Rest Area

sells salami, smoked salmon, tea and coffee and some other bits

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9

27.1 km

RSPB Balranald Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

Not only bird and animal watchers get their money's worth, the tour of the reserve is beautiful.
There is a small caravan bistro with delicious cake and a family campsite. …

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B

32.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.3 km

15.0 km

556 m

481 m

Surfaces

28.9 km

2.47 km

590 m

447 m

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Tuesday 20 October

11°C

7°C

95 %

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