Looking for the best mountain biking routes around Loch Arkaig? Then browse our collection of mtb rides around this beautiful lake in the Highlands below — and discover more of …

Last updated: September 13, 2025

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1. Gairlochy Top Lock – Caledonian Canal loop from Spean Bridge

28.4km

02:11

90m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Commando Memorial – Commando Memorial loop from Spean Bridge

32.0km

02:29

420m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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3. Blue Adder Trail – Nevis Range Base Camp Café loop from Spean Bridge

32.5km

02:32

440m

Expert mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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4. Red Trail Tunnel Crossing – Commando Memorial loop from Spean Bridge

42.0km

03:27

460m

Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Loch Ossian – Loch Ossian Gravel Road loop from Spean Bridge

75.1km

07:11

1,070m

Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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The best MTB trails around Loch Arkaig

1. Gairlochy Top Lock – Caledonian Canal loop from Spean Bridge

2. Commando Memorial – Commando Memorial loop from Spean Bridge

3. Blue Adder Trail – Nevis Range Base Camp Café loop from Spean Bridge

4. Red Trail Tunnel Crossing – Commando Memorial loop from Spean Bridge

5. Loch Ossian – Loch Ossian Gravel Road loop from Spean Bridge

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