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North Arran

North Arran

The best running trails in North Arran

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Running in North Arran 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 in North Arran—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.

Goatfell Summit loop from Brodick	Expert 02:52 17.2km
Loch Garbad Trail loop from Brodick	Expert 05:38 47.7km
North Summit of Goatfell – Goatfell Summit loop from Brodick	Expert 07:12 49.7km
Ossian's Cave loop from Millhill	Expert 01:36 12.6km

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Goatfell Summit loop from Brodick
02:52
17.2km
10:00/km
840m
840m
Expert
133
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Loch Garbad Trail loop from Brodick
05:38
47.7km
7:05/km
1,190m
1,190m
Expert
102
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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North Summit of Goatfell – Goatfell Summit loop from Brodick
07:12
49.7km
8:42/km
1,820m
1,820m
Expert
49
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Ossian's Cave loop from Millhill
01:36
12.6km
7:35/km
300m
300m
Expert
5.0
(1)
39
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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Running loop from Brodick

01:06

9.61km

6:54/km

190m

190m

Intermediate

38

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

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