Intermediate 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: June 11, 2024

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Start point

Train Station

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1.22 km

View of the River Tay from Dunkeld Bridge

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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1.88 km

Fiddler's Path North – River Tay

Fiddler's Path is named after a local fiddler who used to compose tunes while sitting on the river bank. Although, the actual spot is on the opposite bank from here …

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8.43 km

Ossian's Cave

An interesting little find in the middle of the woods.

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9.67 km

Rumbling Bridge and River Braan 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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14.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.17 km

3.44 km

1.29 km

966 m

868 m

135 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.59 km

3.90 km

1.77 km

904 m

416 m

328 m

Elevation

Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Ossian's Cave & Rumbling Bridge loop from Birnam via Fiddlers Path North

View of the River Tay from Dunkeld Bridge

Fiddler's Path North – River Tay

Ossian's Cave

Rumbling Bridge and River Braan Waterfall

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