If heading north, don't miss the signpost near the top of the climb!
This is the start of an brilliant steep singletrack descent to Loch Goil and then onto Carrick Castle.

There were fallen trees that required lifting the bike in Sept 22.

Nicolas

August 23, 2020

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Little bit of hicking

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1. Carrick Castle and Loch Eck loop from Ardentinny

40.9km

03:40

830m

Cycle the challenging 25.4-mile Carrick Castle and Loch Eck loop from Ardentinny, featuring historic castles and stunning loch views.

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2. Ardentinny to Carrick Castle via Loch Long

20.9km

02:05

440m

Cycle 13.0 miles (20.9 km) from Ardentinny to Carrick Castle along Loch Long, enjoying continuous sea views and varied terrain.

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3. Carrick Castle – Path Beside Loch Long loop from Hunters Quay

62.5km

04:57

840m

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

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Distance 8.44 km

Uphill 200 m

Downhill 190 m

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Location: Ardentinny, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Path Beside Loch Long

1. Carrick Castle and Loch Eck loop from Ardentinny

2. Ardentinny to Carrick Castle via Loch Long

3. Carrick Castle – Path Beside Loch Long loop from Hunters Quay

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