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Loch Ness

Loch Ness

The best running trails around Loch Ness

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Running around Loch Ness is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around Loch Ness—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: November 22, 2025

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1. A loop on the Great Glen Way — Invermoriston

10.3km

01:18

310m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Lower Viewpoint loop from Inverfarigaig

11.9km

01:31

320m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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3. Loch Dochfour – Dores Beach loop from Dores

21.4km

02:31

270m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Carn na Leitite loop from Abriachan

9.71km

01:21

400m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Dores Beach loop from Dores

5.34km

00:34

40m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails around Loch Ness

1. A loop on the Great Glen Way — Invermoriston

2. Lower Viewpoint loop from Inverfarigaig

3. Loch Dochfour – Dores Beach loop from Dores

4. Carn na Leitite loop from Abriachan

5. Dores Beach loop from Dores

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