There are many great cycling routes around Shin Forest. We’ve collected our best routes for you; to help you easily experience the best of this forest. So, what are you …

Last updated: September 26, 2025

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1. The Pier – Lairg Free Church loop from Lairg

16.1km

00:55

70m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Loch Shin loop from Lairg

77.8km

04:59

700m

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

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3. The Pier loop from Lairg

30.5km

02:24

200m

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

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4. The Crask Road – Altnaharra Hotel loop from Altnaharra

155km

09:24

1,310m

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

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The best cycling routes around Shin Forest

1. The Pier – Lairg Free Church loop from Lairg

2. Loch Shin loop from Lairg

3. The Pier loop from Lairg

4. The Crask Road – Altnaharra Hotel loop from Altnaharra

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