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View of Kessock Bridge – Ord Hill Summit Cairn loop from North Kessock

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View of Kessock Bridge – Ord Hill Summit Cairn loop from North Kessock

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View of Kessock Bridge – Ord Hill Summit Cairn loop from North Kessock

01:34

5.15km

180m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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296 m

Harry Gow Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

Six generations of bakers = good bakery.

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1.35 km

View of Inverness from Ord Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

This viewpoint from the side of Ord Hill is arguably one of the best in Inverness. There is a small bench to rest on whilst you pause to enjoy the scenery.

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1.40 km

View of Kessock Bridge

Highlight • Forest

Fabulous view of Kessock Bridge with a bench too. It’s even possible to wild camp here if you have a small tent.

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2.45 km

Ord Hill Summit Cairn

Highlight • Viewpoint

The summit of Ord Hill is the location of an Iron Age fort, neighbouring that at Craig Phadrig over the Beauly Firth. Whilst the summit itself doesn't have the views …

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3.46 km

Ord Hill Circular Trail

Highlight • Forest

5.15 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.41 km

1.58 km

150 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.30 km

483 m

232 m

139 m

Elevation

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Thursday 21 May

20°C

12°C

44 %

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View of Kessock Bridge – Ord Hill Summit Cairn loop from North Kessock

Harry Gow Bakery

View of Inverness from Ord Hill

View of Kessock Bridge

Ord Hill Summit Cairn

Ord Hill Circular Trail

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