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Craigmonie Woodland Trail – Bench With View of Loch Ness loop from Drumnadrochit

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Craigmonie Woodland Trail – Bench With View of Loch Ness loop from Drumnadrochit

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7

runners

Craigmonie Woodland Trail – Bench With View of Loch Ness loop from Drumnadrochit

00:57

7.43km

170m

Running

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 11, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

1

1.51 km

Craigmonie Woodland Trail

Highlight • Historical Site

Just a short walk from the popular Loch Ness village of Drumnadrochit, the trails in the Craigmonie Woodland are a real treat. For a lovely viewpoint across the loch, ascend …

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2

3.10 km

Bench With View of Loch Ness

Highlight • Forest

Nice little rest area with a bench to linger on after the steep climb before entering the magical forest.

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3

3.12 km

View of Loch Ness from Craigmonie

Highlight • Forest

Beautiful little rest area with a bench to sit on overlooking the magnificent Loch Ness, where the River Enrick meets it.

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4

3.36 km

Moss-Covered Troll Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

There's much enchanted to discover in this forest: tree trunks overgrown with lichen and moss, stones, and dead wood. And with a bit of imagination, you can spot a variety of mythical creatures within!

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5.02 km

Balmacaan Wood

Highlight • Forest

Balmacaan Wood is a small enchanted forest on the edge of Drumnadrochit. Old trees, small paths and streams create a beautiful atmosphere.

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7.43 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.96 km

1.47 km

1.46 km

868 m

328 m

309 m

Surfaces

3.45 km

1.11 km

1.01 km

843 m

556 m

334 m

107 m

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Tuesday 6 October

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