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Loch an Eilein Castle – Loch an Eilein loop from Aviemore

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Loch an Eilein Castle – Loch an Eilein loop from Aviemore

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5.0

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180

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Loch an Eilein Castle – Loch an Eilein loop from Aviemore

01:39

14.9km

110m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

620 m

Old Logging Way, Rothiemurchus

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The path leading from Aviemore to Rothiemurchas is pleasant and you are surrounded by woodland. This section runs away from the road in places.

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2

5.13 km

Loch an Eilein Castle

Highlight • Castle

Loch An Eilein Castle stands on a natural island just off the north-west shore of Loch An Eilein, deep in the Rothiemurchus Forest. The castle was built in the 13th …

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3

5.31 km

Loch an Eilein

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Loch An Eilein is set in Rothiemurchus, a beautiful Highland estate that is home to amazing scenery and wildlife. Amid this landscape, expect to see roe deer and red squirrels, …

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4

6.97 km

Bridge between Loch Gamha and Loch an Eilein

Highlight • Forest

A small bridge allows you to cross between the banks or stand between the lochs and see both.

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5

7.89 km

Loch an Eilein

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

The beautifully scenic Loch an Eilein is an idyllic place to trail run. Glistening waters shine through the Native Scots Pine trees that grow here, and it's not unusual to …

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6

9.74 km

Loch an Eilein

Highlight • Viewpoint

Around Loch an Eileen, you'll find a lovely, winding gravel bike path. It's not technical, just pure enjoyment in the beautiful scenery.

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7

11.5 km

View of Lochan Mor (Lily Loch)

Highlight • Natural

No loop around sadly.

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8

14.4 km

The Old Bridge Inn

Highlight • Pub

Chilled out pub by the River Spey with a beer beach and sheltered outdoor areas.

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B

14.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.6 km

2.94 km

260 m

124 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.58 km

4.32 km

4.16 km

942 m

909 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

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Monday 31 August

17°C

8°C

95 %

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