The origin of this trail's name is contentious, but many sources state that it was built by prisoners of war during WW2. This stretch of the trail, though, is a brutally relentless climb , becoming rocker towards the summit, which then turns into a non-technical (although rocky in places) descent. The views, predictably, are exquisite.

Tee

July 15, 2022

Mountain biking

This is perfectly do-able on a gravel bike but I'd argue more enjoyable on an MTB. The absence of a dropper seat post made getting started after stopping on steep sections of the climb tricky and the gearing was also challenging. Finally check you have plenty of meat on your brake pads before you set out, the descent destroyed mine front and rear!

Riderrachy

August 10, 2022

Mountain biking

Absolutely spectacular with a real feeling of being "out-there". Definitely recommend.

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1. Burma Road loop — Cairngorms National Park

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2. River Dulnain – Scenic Dirt Road Climb loop from Carrbridge

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3. River Dulnain – Dulnain River Trail loop from Aviemore

34.7km

03:09

740m

Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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Distance 9.59 km

Uphill 480 m

Downhill 330 m

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Location: Kincraig, Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Burma Road South Trail, Cairngorms National Park

1. Burma Road loop — Cairngorms National Park

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