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Fort Augustus And Glenmoriston

Oich Bridge – Fort Augustus Locks loop from Bridge of Oich

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Fort Augustus And Glenmoriston

Oich Bridge – Fort Augustus Locks loop from Bridge of Oich

Moderate

3.0

(2)

34

hikers

Oich Bridge – Fort Augustus Locks loop from Bridge of Oich

04:08

16.4km

30m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 7.70 km for 15 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

8 m

Oich Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

One of the few pedestrian bridges over the Great Glen, this was originally built when Thomas Telford constructed the main road along the Glen. Designed by James Dredge, he was …

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2

40 m

Cullochy Swing Bridge

Highlight • Structure

The swing bridge is next to the old Bridge of Oich.

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3

746 m

Cullochy Lock

Highlight • Structure

4

2.55 km

River Oich

Highlight • River

5

7.75 km

Fort Augustus Locks

Highlight • Structure

Fort Augustus sits on the southern banks of the Loch Ness. From the historic and picturesque hamlet, you get wonderful views of the loch and many tourists come here to …

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6

7.83 km

Fort Augustus Swing Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Impressive lock system at the entrance of the canal.

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7

8.25 km

View of Loch Ness from Fort Augustus

Highlight • Viewpoint

If you are in Fort Augustus this view of Loch Ness is an absolute must. From this vibrant little Highlands hamlet, you get a wonderful view of the most famous …

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8

12.4 km

Kytra Lock

Highlight • Structure

You can rest on a small bench next to the canal.

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B

16.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.8 km

1.57 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.0 km

1.43 km

1.00 km

789 m

172 m

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Friday 4 September

17°C

11°C

29 %

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