View of Loch Ard – Loch Ard loop from Gartmore

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View of Loch Ard – Loch Ard loop from Gartmore

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View of Loch Ard – Loch Ard loop from Gartmore

04:42

55.8km

670m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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8.54 km

Wire Bird Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

Beautiful sculpture next to the lochan

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11.1 km

View of Loch Ard

Highlight • Viewpoint

Loch Ard is one of the 22 lochs in the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. The glistening water, hugged by peaks and forests, is a spellbinding view.

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12.8 km

Loch Katrine Aqueduct

Highlight • Bridge

18.8 km

Duchray Water at the Foot of Ben Lomond

Highlight • Viewpoint

The most southerly of the Munros, Ben Lomond is a spectacular peak that towers over Loch Lomond. At its feet, the landscapes are green and rolling as you'll see here. …

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27.8 km

View of Loch Lomond from Comer Hill

Highlight • Summit

From the top it is a gnarly, steep descent down to the Loch side so coming from the Lochside up is a big push up. Absolutely stunning though!

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27.9 km

Gravel Path with Views of Loch Lomond

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Recommend a gravel bike or a hard tail.

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35.8 km

Winding Road to Ben Lomond Summit

Highlight • Summit

After the last bridge over the Duchray Water, Ben Lomond dominates the horizon.

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47.2 km

Loch Ard

Highlight • Viewpoint

Loch Ard is a magical loch surrounded by forest and hills. To its west, sits Ben Lomond Munro, whilst Craigmore lies to its east.

16 miles (26 km) of bike …

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55.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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