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After the smooth gravel on the north side of Glen Avon, you'll encounter more rugged and adventurous trails here. However, as in the rest of the Scottish Highlands, the higher up the climb, the more beautiful the scenery becomes. With a gravel bike or mountain bike, you can enjoy beautiful cycling all the way to Loch Builg, or beyond.

This man-made loch, created by damming the burn flowing down the glen, is a peaceful spot renowned for its excellent fly fishing opportunities, where anglers can catch wild brown and rainbow trout. The loch's name is believed to stem from the Scottish Gaelic term "Seantruibh," meaning "Old farmtoun" or "settlement," reflecting the area's deep historical roots. This connection to the Gaelic past adds cultural significance to the loch, enhancing its charm alongside its natural beauty and recreational appeal.

Auchintaple Loch, a popular spot for walkers on the Cateran Trail, features a boat house on its far side. Although man-made, the area is rich in history, with nearby remnants of an early chapel at Chapel Hillock. The site, marked by a turf-covered stone bank enclosing a hollow, contains several stones. Close by is the Lady Well, or Virgin Mary's Well, which still flows with clear water. Historically, this well, along with others in the region, was believed to have curative properties, attracting people seeking healing. The first Sabbath in May was thought to be the time when the waters were most powerful, and drinking from the well before sunrise was considered particularly beneficial.

The visitor centre is open daily 10am - 4pm. The impressive dune system is always open. 😉

Some small remote hill lochs and reportedly the spot where an old alder survives in this almost treeless part of the landscape.

I thought I saw on the map that this was a good place to pitch my tent between the lakes, but that is not the case!

Lochnagar is an impressive hill. If going to the White Mounth beyond do not underestimate the walk back out.

Awesome scenery. Just visit.