Loch Garten – Loch Garten Nature Centre loop from Nethy Bridge

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Nethy Bridge

Loch Garten – Loch Garten Nature Centre loop from Nethy Bridge

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Loch Garten – Loch Garten Nature Centre loop from Nethy Bridge

03:47

14.4km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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512 m

River Nethy Pedestrian Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

A small pedestrian bridge over the River Nethy. The Nethy is a tributary of the River Spey, one of the longest rivers in Scotland, and it's name is believed to origin from words meaning 'gleaming'.

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6.84 km

Nestled within the Abernethy Nature Reserve, Loch Garten is a haven for wildlfe, a serene loch surrounded by Caledonian pine forest. If you're lucky you might spot a rare capercaille, Scottish crossbill or osprey.

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6.92 km

Loch Garten Nature Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

The visitor center buildings are currently under construction and are not accessible. There is some kind of emergency facility in a tent to receive visitors and obtain information.

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8.32 km

Singletrack through Abernethy National Nature Reserve

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Fun traffic free section of the Speyside Way. Suitable for gravel bikes as well. Undulating with some fun little descent sections to keep you on your toes. Fun in both …

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13.0 km

Picnic Area at Duack Burn

Highlight • Rest Area

Tables and benches have been set up here, inviting you to take a break by the river

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13.3 km

Nethy Bridge Water Fountain

Highlight • Monument

This water fountain was given to the village by Lady Stamford and Warrington. There is also a picnic bench and map detailing the routes of some local walks.

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13.4 km

Nethy Bridge Visitor Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

A good place to start and finish rides or walks in Abernethy forest. it has parking (small donation requested via honesty box), toilets and an interesting interpretation room with lots of historical and natural history information

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13.5 km

Nethy House Cafe & Bistro

Highlight • Restaurant

A hidden gem and a must stop along the Speyside Way for any two wheel antics. The food is hearty and plentiful. The coffee is delicious and locally roasted. Dont …

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14.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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