Loch Garten – Loch Garten loop from Boat of Garten

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Loch Garten – Loch Garten loop from Boat of Garten

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Loch Garten – Loch Garten loop from Boat of Garten

03:01

27.0km

200m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly runnable paths. Some sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

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3.82 km

Benches Overlooking Loch Mallachie

Highlight • Viewpoint

This small and secluded loch is extremely tranquil. It is surrounded by forest on three sides but opens up on the southwest banks and affords the perfect place to watch the sunset.

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5.06 km

Loch Garten

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Nestled amidst gorgeous woodland to the northeast of Aviemore, Loch Garten is a beautifully tranquil place for a stroll. It's a treat for birders, with many species to spot such …

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5.96 km

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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6.03 km

Loch Garten Nature Centre

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The visitor center buildings are currently under construction and are not accessible. There is some kind of emergency facility in a tent to receive visitors and obtain information.

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19.3 km

Nethy Bridge Water Fountain

Highlight • Monument

This water fountain was given to the village by Lady Stamford and Warrington. There is also a picnic bench and map detailing the routes of some local walks.

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19.4 km

Nethy Bridge Visitor Centre

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A good place to start and finish rides or walks in Abernethy forest. it has parking (small donation requested via honesty box), toilets and an interesting interpretation room with lots of historical and natural history information

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24.5 km

Bog Woodland Observation Point

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Bog woodland is an important habitat for many animals, insects and birds. This area has been preserved to allow them to flourish here. You are asked to stay on the boardwalks.

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