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Ryvoan Bothy – Loch Morlich Beach loop from Aviemore

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Ryvoan Bothy – Loch Morlich Beach loop from Aviemore

Moderate

4.6

(30)

297

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Ryvoan Bothy – Loch Morlich Beach loop from Aviemore

03:18

47.1km

390m

Mountain biking

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

Last updated: April 15, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Glenmore National Nature Reserve

Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.41 km

Aviemore to Boat of Garten Forest Trail

Highlight • Trail

After climbing at the south west side of Aviemore, riding downhill and flatter sections, suddenly you are riding quicker and on the brakes loads. I found myself riding with energy and strength in this fast flowing section

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4.40 km

Forest Trail in Cairngorms National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A very nice multi-activity path.

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31.1 km

Ryvoan Bothy

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Ryvoan is a classic Scottish bothy, a haven on the open ground beyond the Ryvoan Pass. It's a popular shelter too, being relatively easy to access from Glen More.

There's a beautiful poem on the door by AM Lawrence, a poet from Burgh by Sands in Cumbria. The piece is called 'I Leave Tonight from Euston' and encapsulates the thrill of leaving civilisation to seek out wild places, such as those we find in the Cairngorms.

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32.2 km

An Lochan Uaine (The Green Loch)

Highlight • Lake

Legend has is that the water here is so green because the pixies wash their clothes in the water here. Or it might be to do with the trees. Whatever, it's an utterly lovely, slightly incongruous and therefore somewhat surprising place to spend a little time!

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36.0 km

Loch Morlich Beach

Highlight • Beach

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 the Forestry Commission, the bay at the end of Loch Morlich provides is ideal site for a wide range of activities, including water sports and hiking.

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38.0 km

Loch Morlich

Highlight • Beach

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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39.4 km

Aviemore to Glenmore Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Very cruisey as a descent. Would be quite a long climb if done in the other direction. But a great place to improve confidence on a mountain bike for all ages.

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45.3 km

Rothiemurchus Visitor Centre

Highlight • Parking

The Rothiemurchus Visitor Centre is your first point of entry into this exquisite Highland estate. You'll find all the information you need inside to make the most out of your visit as well as having the opportunity to book activities. There's a cafe onsite and a large car park from which you can set out on one of the many trails.

The forest and trails are free to use for cyclists and hikers and there's a charge to use the car park. Amongst the many activities on offer through the estate is a Highland cattle safari tour.

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46.5 km

River Spey

Lake

47.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.6 km

11.3 km

3.03 km

1.68 km

1.58 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.5 km

14.8 km

13.5 km

1.75 km

1.31 km

357 m

Elevation

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (200 m)

Weather

Saturday 11 July

21°C

12°C

23 %

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Ryvoan Bothy – Loch Morlich Beach loop from Aviemore

Aviemore to Boat of Garten Forest Trail

Forest Trail in Cairngorms National Park

Ryvoan Bothy

An Lochan Uaine (The Green Loch)

Loch Morlich Beach

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Aviemore to Glenmore Trail

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