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Loch Morlich Beach – Loch Morlich loop from Glenmore Forest Park

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Loch Morlich Beach – Loch Morlich loop from Glenmore Forest Park

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Loch Morlich Beach – Loch Morlich loop from Glenmore Forest Park

04:54

18.7km

150m

Hiking

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: May 15, 2026

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Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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84 m

Glenmore Visitor Centre

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Find out more about Glenmore Forest Park at our visitor centre, where you can consider the range of trails and activities whilst relaxing in our café. You can begin a …

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911 m

Loch Morlich Beach

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This stunning freshwater loch is surrounded by forests and the towering Cairngorm Mountains. There are sandy beaches on the loch that provide a unique contrast to the typical Scottish loch landscape.

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2.36 km

Wide Forest Path in Cairngorms National Park

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a beautiful and wide walking path with many songbirds.

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2.83 km

Loch Morlich

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Loch Morlich (Scottish Gaelic, Loch Mhùrlaig) is a freshwater loch in the Badenoch and Strathspey area of Highland, Scotland near Aviemore. The loch is home to a watersports centre with …

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5

8.42 km

Rothiemurchus Camp and Caravan Park

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Pleasant woodland campsite in Coylumbridge

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9.96 km

The Barn Café

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It is best to go there early in the day when it is not so crowded. Nice team and good selection, dogs are welcome, as is often the case. From …

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9.99 km

Rothiemurchus bus stop (Bus 30)

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Good starting point for hikes to Loch An Eilein for hikers without a car. Can be reached in a few minutes by bus number 30 from Aviemore. On the way …

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18.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.7 km

5.18 km

1.31 km

456 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.7 km

5.43 km

1.97 km

275 m

173 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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4°C

94 %

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