Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 29, 2025

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Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve

Cairngorms National Park

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Start point

Bus stop

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886 m

Muir of Dinnet

Forest

4.25 km

Cambus o'May Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

There are several of these white bridges constructed along the Dee, this being the most accessible to visit. There is a parking area just of the road, or it would …

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7.44 km

Cambus O'May Forest and Bridge

Highlight • Forest

Lovely forest with a couple of waymarked trails around lochans and burns. Walks can be extended, for example to Burn O'Vat.
Parking is £2 for 3 hours and paid online. …

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10.3 km

The Vat, Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

Interesting. Access might be tricky for those with limited mobility.

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10.7 km

Viewpoint Overlooking Loch Kinord, Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve

Highlight • Forest

The viewpoint can be visited on a circular loop to the Vat from the visitor centre. Good views towrds the loch.

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10.9 km

Burn O'Vat Visitor Centre

Highlight • Trail

The visitor centre explains the formation and folklore surrounding the Burn O'Vat pothole and valley. There is a toilet and car park here.

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12.5 km

Kinord Cross

Highlight • Viewpoint

An ancient carved stone, easily spotted in a small fenced off area along the lower path. Information board too. Just above on the hill there is a bench to enjoy the views of the loch.

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12.5 km

Kinord Cross, Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve

Highlight • Historical Site

15.1 km

Clarack Loch

Highlight • Natural

Beautiful lake with water lilies and ducks

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15.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.9 km

3.09 km

1.04 km

354 m

192 m

Surfaces

5.95 km

5.08 km

2.00 km

1.43 km

1.02 km

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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