The Birnam Oak – Ossian’s Hall of Mirrors loop from Dunkeld and Birnam

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The Birnam Oak – Ossian’s Hall of Mirrors loop from Dunkeld and Birnam

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The Birnam Oak – Ossian’s Hall of Mirrors loop from Dunkeld and Birnam

03:48

34.8km

1,060m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 7.61 km for 239 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.83 km

Viewpoint

6.21 km

Beatrix Potter Garden

Highlight • Structure

The Beatrix Potter Garden and Exhibition Centre, nestled in the heart of nature, celebrates the life and work of the beloved author and illustrator. Visitors explore enchanting exhibits and lush gardens, immersing in Potter's timeless charm and creativity.

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6.69 km

The Birnam Oak

Highlight • Natural Monument

Thought to be about 600 years old the Birnam Oak stands on the edge of the River Tay. It's also known as Macbeth's oak, as it is a relic of Birnam Wood, mentioned in William Shakespeare's play.

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7.64 km

View of the River Tay from Dunkeld Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Dunkeld Bridge was built by Thomas Telford in 1809 and was the main road north to Inverness until the A9 was built in 1977. Today, it provides excellent views up and down the River Tay.

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10.7 km

Fiddler's Path

Highlight • Trail

For Trail MTB explorers on an adventure.

Very good dirt path running north-south on the River Tay's west bank. A tranquil and scenic route to and from Dunkeld that avoids the much more popular, aka busy, east bank path.

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24.0 km

Torryvald Folly

Highlight • Viewpoint

For Trail MTB explorers on an adventure.

Well, if you've already checked out Ossian's Hall and Pinecone Point, why not add a visit to the Torryvald Folly to complete the …

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25.7 km

Ossian’s Hall of Mirrors

Highlight • Viewpoint

A scenic waypoint within The Hermitage overlooks the waterfall/rapids on the River Braan.

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27.4 km

Rumbling Bridge and the River Braan Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Rumbling Bridge is named after the noise of the wild River Braan that flows under it. The waterfall is visible from the bridge, and it's said that at times of high water it roars!

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28.7 km