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Loch Glass loop from Garve – Ben Wyvis National Nature Reserve

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Loch Glass loop from Garve – Ben Wyvis National Nature Reserve

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5.0

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Loch Glass loop from Garve – Ben Wyvis National Nature Reserve

05:52

69.7km

820m

Cycling

Embark on a challenging touring bicycle adventure around Loch Glass, offering impressive views of Ben Wyvis and the Scottish Highlands. This difficult 43.3-mile (69.7 km) loop takes approximately 5 hours and 51 minutes to complete, featuring a significant elevation gain of 2688 feet (819 metres). You will navigate a diverse…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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9.59 km

Longart Forest Track

Highlight • Forest

Good gravel track alongside the main road. Decent surface so possible on most bike/tyre types. More secluded than the road and more fun!

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29.2 km

Loch Glass

Highlight • Lake

Is it named after the glass like surface? Probably not, but the loch does work like a mirror giving amazing views of the scenery around. Perfect spot for photographs.

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64.9 km

Loch Garve

Highlight • Natural

Loch Garve is a wonderful lake in the Highlands. According to legend, a Kelpie – a beast – once lived in its waters.

Nowadays, its a popular fishing lake and …

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69.7 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

36.1 km

23.4 km

4.50 km

3.72 km

2.02 km

Surfaces

40.0 km

14.8 km

14.3 km

693 m

Elevation

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Highest point (420 m)

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Tuesday 5 May

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