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Abernethy National Nature Reserve loop from Loch Garten – Cairngorms National Park

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Abernethy National Nature Reserve loop from Loch Garten – Cairngorms National Park

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Abernethy National Nature Reserve loop from Loch Garten – Cairngorms National Park

01:40

20.6km

140m

Cycling

Embark on an easy touring bicycle loop through the Abernethy National Nature Reserve, starting from Loch Garten. This 12.8-mile (20.6 km) route, with a gentle 462 feet (141 metres) of elevation gain, takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes to complete. You will cycle through ancient Caledonian pine forests, admiring…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Cairngorms National Park

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10.1 km

Abernethy Forest Singletrack

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Beautiful woodland single track linking Loch Garten with Nethy Bridge. This path is part of Abernethy National Nature Reserve, and is home to Caledonian pinewood and the elusive red squirrels.

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18.2 km

Loch Mallachie

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Loch Mallachie is a beautiful forest loch set in the Garten pinewoods. It's a hotspot for bird enthusiasts, and offers a refreshing wild swimming opportunity.

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20.2 km

Loch Garten

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Nestled within the Abernethy Nature Reserve, Loch Garten is a haven for wildlfe, a serene loch surrounded by Caledonian pine forest. If you're lucky you might spot a rare capercaille, Scottish crossbill or osprey.

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20.6 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.30 km

5.97 km

3.85 km

2.34 km

136 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.3 km

5.97 km

2.34 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

Weather

Wednesday 6 May

12°C

4°C

43 %

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Abernethy National Nature Reserve loop from Loch Garten – Cairngorms National Park

Abernethy Forest Singletrack

Loch Mallachie

Loch Garten

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