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Ballater And Crathie

The best running trails around Ballater And Crathie

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Running around Ballater And Crathie 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 Ballater And Crathie—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: October 21, 2025

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1. The White Mounth & Lochnagar loop from Spittal of Glen Muick

28.4km

03:57

1,030m

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

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2. A loop of Lock Muick from Spittal of Glen Muick — Cairngorms National Park

12.7km

01:33

110m

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

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3. Lochnagar Summit loop from Crathie

19.5km

02:47

810m

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

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4. Cambus O’May bridge – Ballater Bridge loop from Ballater

16.1km

01:45

140m

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

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5. Morven loop from Tullich

8.66km

01:34

640m

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

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The best running trails around Ballater And Crathie

1. The White Mounth & Lochnagar loop from Spittal of Glen Muick

2. A loop of Lock Muick from Spittal of Glen Muick — Cairngorms National Park

3. Lochnagar Summit loop from Crathie

4. Cambus O’May bridge – Ballater Bridge loop from Ballater

5. Morven loop from Tullich

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