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: February 27, 2026

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Start point

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1.06 km

Ness Islands Suspension Bridge

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This Victorian suspension footbridge takes you across the east channel of the River Ness on a footpath from Island Bank Road. It allows people to access Ness Islands, which are …

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1.09 km

Ness Islands

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These small islands are located in the River Ness. Connected by a series of old suspension bridges they are a lovely place to run and escape the city.

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2.02 km

Wooden Nessie sculpture on the Ness Islands

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beautiful wood carvings by the river

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2.05 km

Ness Islands

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The Ness Islands are a group of small islands in the middle of the River Ness. The islands are connected by Victorian suspension bridges and are a lovely place to …

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2.32 km

Ness Islands

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The island is a green oasis in the city

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2.75 km

River Ness

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The River Ness is a short river flowing from Loch Dochfar at the northern end of Loch Ness, through Inverness and into the Moray Firth. The Caledonian Canal follows its …

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4.19 km

Infirmary Bridge (River Ness footbridge)

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View from the bridge

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4.50 km

Wooden Serpent Sculpture

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5.79 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.02 km

1.15 km

658 m

602 m

325 m

Surfaces

3.86 km

1.40 km

325 m

170 m

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Monday 20 April

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Ness Islands Suspension Bridge

Ness Islands

Wooden Nessie sculpture on the Ness Islands

Ness Islands

Ness Islands

River Ness

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Wooden Serpent Sculpture

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