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Ruthven Barracks – Loch Insh Viewpoint loop from Newtonmore

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Ruthven Barracks – Loch Insh Viewpoint loop from Newtonmore

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Ruthven Barracks – Loch Insh Viewpoint loop from Newtonmore

02:47

41.6km

350m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.99 km

Ruthven Barracks

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Occupying a prominent position above the town of Kingussie, Ruthven Barracks is a spectacular sight. The ruins are wonderfully well preserved and entrance is free. On a good day, a …

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9.65 km

River Tromie Gorge

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A surprising and impressive gorge suddenly appears as you cycle over the bridge. I really had to stop for a moment to appreciate its beauty.

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19.7 km

Balnespick Woods

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Super flowy wide gravel path in the midst of the forest, perfect for gravel bikepacking.

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22.3 km

Loch Insh Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Look out for Ospreys that nest on the island in summer.

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22.5 km

Old Post Office Cafe Gallery

Highlight • Lake

Friendly cafe and art gallery with outdoor seating and bike storage area. Coffees, teas and cakes from inside or the famous Inshriach potting shed. Freshly prepared daily specials, sourced locally, …

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25.1 km

Part of NCN 7, this scenic road runs alongside the Inch Marshes, one of the largest and most important inland wetland areas in the UK, supporting a variety of wild and plant life. It's managed by RSPB Scotland.

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32.3 km

Quiet Road Through Cairngorms Woods

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A quiet road with occasional beautiful views along the way. The section near Kingussie has an even quieter gravel path for cyclists and walkers that runs parallel to this road.

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37.2 km

Sustrans Cycle Path Near Kingussie with Mountain Views

Highlight • Viewpoint

A brilliant traffic-free stretch alongside the main road. Some big views along here, especially when the mountains are capped with snow!

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41.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.6 km

8.02 km

5.26 km

3.57 km

2.78 km

1.32 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.4 km

7.87 km

2.34 km

1.05 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (340 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

Weather

Monday 6 July

16°C

12°C

34 %

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Ruthven Barracks – Loch Insh Viewpoint loop from Newtonmore

Ruthven Barracks

River Tromie Gorge

Balnespick Woods

Loch Insh Viewpoint

Old Post Office Cafe Gallery

Inch Marshes Road

Quiet Road Through Cairngorms Woods

Sustrans Cycle Path Near Kingussie with Mountain Views

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