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Ryvoan Bothy – Loch an Eilein loop from Carrbridge

Ryvoan Bothy – Loch an Eilein loop from Carrbridge

Hard

4.7

(9)

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Ryvoan Bothy – Loch an Eilein loop from Carrbridge

04:06

63.3km

580m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 22, 2026

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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12.5 km

Loch Garten

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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Ryvoan Bothy

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Ryvoan is a classic Scottish bothy, a haven on the open ground beyond the Ryvoan Pass. It's a popular shelter too, being relatively easy to access from Glen More.

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26.6 km

An Lochan Uaine (The Green Loch)

Highlight • Lake

Legend has is that the water here is so green because the pixies wash their clothes in the water here. Or it might be to do with the trees. Whatever, …

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30.2 km

Loch Morlich Beach

Highlight • Beach

Loch Morlich is a freshwater loch surrounded by award-winning sandy beaches. From the loch beaches, you are afforded spectacular views of the snow-clad peaks of the northern Cairngorms. Managed by …

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31.8 km

Gravel track on the south side of Loch Morlich

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

This lovely smooth gravel track runs the length of the Southern side of Loch Morlich. Enjoy riding in Glenmore Forest with the occasional view towards the mountains of the Cairngorms, …

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40.8 km

Loch an Eilein

Highlight • Viewpoint

Around Loch an Eileen, you'll find a lovely, winding gravel bike path. It's not technical, just pure enjoyment in the beautiful scenery.

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42.5 km

View of Lochan Mor (Lily Loch)

Highlight • Natural

No loop around sadly.

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45.5 km

River Spey

Lake

48.8 km

Speyside Way: Aviemore to Boat of Garten

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

An extremely tranquil, pretty and (rare in the region) mostly flat trail, the Speyside Way extends much further than this section. This is a particularly scenic part though; plenty of wildlife and vegetation, a good smooth path and great views.

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63.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

35.9 km

18.0 km

4.59 km

2.89 km

1.69 km

256 m

Surfaces

30.7 km

21.9 km

8.13 km

1.42 km

1.06 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (200 m)

Weather

Tuesday 26 May

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Loch Garten

Ryvoan Bothy

An Lochan Uaine (The Green Loch)

Loch Morlich Beach

Gravel track on the south side of Loch Morlich

Loch an Eilein

View of Lochan Mor (Lily Loch)

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