With so many potential routes for a bike ride around Loch Ness, it’s tough to know where to start. That’s why we’ve collected our best routes for you; to help you easily experience the best of this lake. So, what are you waiting for? Scroll down to find your perfect cycle route around Loch Ness.

Last updated: September 30, 2025

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1. Loch Ness & Loch Mhor loop from Fort Augustus

56.2km

03:46

890m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View of Loch Ness – Dochgarroch Locks loop from Dores

39.1km

02:29

210m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Bridge of Oich – Invergarry Railway Station loop from Fort Augustus

32.9km

02:15

150m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. View of Loch Ness – Suidhe Chuimein Viewpoint loop from Dores

62.6km

03:55

680m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Suidhe Chuimein Viewpoint – South Ness Trail loop from Fort Augustus

36km

02:26

610m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes around Loch Ness

1. Loch Ness & Loch Mhor loop from Fort Augustus

2. View of Loch Ness – Dochgarroch Locks loop from Dores

3. Bridge of Oich – Invergarry Railway Station loop from Fort Augustus

4. View of Loch Ness – Suidhe Chuimein Viewpoint loop from Dores

5. Suidhe Chuimein Viewpoint – South Ness Trail loop from Fort Augustus

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