The Top 6 Mountain Passes around Kingussie
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around Kingussie and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: October 28, 2025
Drumochter Summit — Highest Point on the National Cycle Network
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Drumochter Summit is a mountain pass on NCN 7, the highest point on the National Cycle Network in Scotland standing at an elevation of approximately 1,509 feet (460 m) above …
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Pass of Drumochter Summit
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The Pass of Drumochter is an epic mountain pass that separates the northern and southern central Scottish Highlands. The summit at 1,508 ft (460 m) is the highest point of any National Cycle Network in Scotland.
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Welcome to the Highlands — Pass of Drumochter
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Super smooth downhill glide on excellent asphalt from the Pass of Drumochter to Dalwhinnie. Watch out for the many bridges and occasional sharpish zig-zag when zooming along.
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Druimiachdar Pass
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Great photo opportunity with this bilingual sign (Gaelic/English). Now.... Where's Nessie??
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Gaick Pass Gravel Route
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In Glen Tromie, you'll initially cycle on a hard gravel road that's easy to ride with most bikes, but a road bike wouldn't seem suitable. A gravel bike is the …
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