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Loch Morlich Beach – Loch Morlich Beach loop from Glenmore Forest Park

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Loch Morlich Beach – Loch Morlich Beach loop from Glenmore Forest Park

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Loch Morlich Beach – Loch Morlich Beach loop from Glenmore Forest Park

02:08

8.25km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 25, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Glenmore National Nature Reserve

Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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671 m

Loch Morlich Beach

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Loch Morlich is a freshwater loch surrounded by award-winning sandy beaches. From the loch beaches, you are afforded spectacular views of the snow-clad peaks of the northern Cairngorms. Managed by …

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2.19 km

View of Loch Morlich

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Be careful when climbing down to the Loch, it's easy to slip

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2.57 km

Trail With Mountain View in Cairngorms National Park

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a nice wide walking path with a mall in the background

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4.13 km

View over Loch Morlich

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a beautiful view over the loch with the mountains in the background.

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4.15 km

Loch Morlich

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A lovely place to pause along the edge of the deservedly popular Loch Morlich. There is a sandy beach nearby and stunning views across the water towards the northern peaks of the Cairngorms National Park.

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7.14 km

Loch Morlich Beach

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There were no mosquitoes to be seen when I passed in June. Fortunately for me.

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8.25 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.30 km

2.21 km

303 m

235 m

150 m

Surfaces

5.30 km

2.21 km

272 m

248 m

169 m

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