Loch Muick – Glas-allt-Shiel Bothy loop from Acharn

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Kirriemuir Landward East

Loch Muick – Glas-allt-Shiel Bothy loop from Acharn

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Loch Muick – Glas-allt-Shiel Bothy loop from Acharn

02:59

25.6km

830m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

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Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 5.84 km for 1.79 km

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9.86 km

Loch Muick

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Back to Lock Muick, this first part is more of a trail.

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10.1 km

View of Loch Muick

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Clear path around the far end of the Loch, not all rideable but easy to walk when unrideable.

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11.0 km

Loch Muick

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Loch Muick is a fantastic place to visit and there are several options for a walk, cycle or perhaps even a paddle.

For Mountain walkers, the White Mount Munros takes …

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11.1 km

Glas-allt-Shiel Bothy

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To find the entrance to the bothy is a little tricky. It is located between the buildings. Follow the dark(er) alley at the east side of the main building to …

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11.2 km

Loch Muick gravel path to Glas Allt Shiel bothy

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A beautiful gravel road that's well-maintained and therefore suitable for almost any bike. At the end of it, you'll find Glas Allt Shiel, one of the Balmoral Royal Bothies. It's …

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14.4 km

Loch Muick

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Glen Muick is part of the Balmoral Estate, Scottish holiday home to the Royal Family. You can discover lots of great walking routes in the area, plus see a variety …

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14.7 km

Loch Muick Footbridge

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The footbridge over the outflow which becomes the River Muick at the northeast end of Loch Muick. The loch is a wonderful place to ride, the trails around the loch …

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