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View of Gairloch Beach – Gairloch Harbour loop from Sands Caravan and Camping

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View of Gairloch Beach – Gairloch Harbour loop from Sands Caravan and Camping

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View of Gairloch Beach – Gairloch Harbour loop from Sands Caravan and Camping

00:58

16.5km

130m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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Big Sand Beach

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Big Sand is a traditional Highland crofting village set on the shores of Gair Loch. Remote and peaceful, it's a perfect place to start a walk. The Gairloch Sands Yoth …

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1.41 km

Gairloch Hostel

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Friendly lodge-style Youth Hostel with stunning views over Gairloch Loch.

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6.82 km

View of Gairloch Beach

Highlight • Beach

Beautiful expansive sandy beach situated on Loch Gairloch

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7.74 km

The Old Inn

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Traditional inn situated in a lovely, secluded spot. On-site bakery for bread, sandwiches and other baked treats to take away. Open seasonally so check before visiting.

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7.85 km

Car park

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Good place to park pre-ride

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8.02 km

Coast Coffee Co

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Bloomin' brilliant cafe! Bike locks, seating in or outside. Just mind opening hours as I think it shuts at 3 pm.

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8.02 km

Gairloch Harbour

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The little harbor at Gairloch. Here you can look at the bay, sit in the café and book excursions on various boats.

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8.08 km

Lochcarron Waterfront View

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16.5 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.0 km

3.92 km

1.07 km

348 m

138 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.3 km

1.06 km

138 m

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