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Here you'll find scenic cycling routes in the beautiful Highlands of Scotland, mostly around Aviemore and the Cairngorms National Park. Routes are usually 30–60 km (19–37 miles), ridden at a relaxed pace on good gravel tracks, forest trails, and quiet single-track roads — ideal for gravel biking or leisurely day rides.

Many routes near Aviemore can easily be linked with (parts of) others if you're after longer or more varied rides. Whether you're visiting, on a cycling holiday in Scotland, or local to the area, these routes are great for discovering new trails or riding familiar ones in a fresh way.

Videos of the rides can be found on my YouTube channel, 'Cycling in the Scottish Highlands'. Check the video descriptions for more detailed route info, Strava and Komoot GPX links, bike hire, café stops, and cycle-friendly accommodation.
I'm also beginning to explore more of the magnificent Highlands and Islands — so stay tuned!
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went gravel riding

April 30, 2026

Just Dawdling Along

No planned route, no filming, just dawdling along. A ride of two halves; first halve gravel, second halve road. Thought I was just going to stick to gravel and forest tracks, but once at Achlean the smooth tarmac, the wind in the back, and the thought of a cold Murphy's…

Time

3h29m

Distance

47.6km

Speed

13.7km/h

Ascent

380m

Descent

380m

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went gravel riding

April 23, 2026

Glen Nevis - Lundarva Gravel Ride

Glen Nevis - Lundavra - A superb gravel bike ride I did in early spring.
Unfortunately I forgot to press the record button on my Garmin, but this is the GPX file of the planned route.

Distance

49.8km

Ascent

940m

Descent

940m

, and like this.

4 days ago

Glen Nevis - Lundavra | Gravel Among Giants. This gravel ride in Glen Nevis was amazing. Added were the Cow Hill trail and a cycle through the very scenic valley to Lochan Lunn Da-Bhra (Lundavra). A memorable day! More route details can be found in the video description.

went gravel riding

April 19, 2026

Ardverikie Gravel - Ride It Before It's Gone

Time

5h15m

Distance

45.5km

Speed

8.7km/h

Ascent

400m

Descent

400m

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April 29, 2026

A major hydro scheme is planned on Ardverikie Estate, and Lochan na h-Earba, the twin lochans, will disappear beneath the waters of a new reservoir. With work starting in mid-2028, there is not much time left to experience this beautiful landscape as it is today.

went gravel riding

April 2, 2026

Glenmore Forest Park - Gravel to Great Views

Time

3h10m

Distance

29.8km

Speed

9.4km/h

Ascent

330m

Descent

330m

, and like this.

April 9, 2026

This scenic gravel cycling route in the Cairngorms National Park features Loch Morlich, forest trails, the magical Green Loch, and stunning views of the Cairngorms. More route details can be found in the video description.

went gravel riding

March 20, 2026

Laggan - Melgarve Gravel Ride: Exploring New Ground

Distance

49.7km

Ascent

590m

Descent

590m

likes this.

March 20, 2026

Exploring some great gravel sections between Laggan and Melgarve I hadn't ridden before. Unfortunately I managed to delete the GPX on my Garmin, but this is the GPX file of the planned route.

went gravel riding

March 8, 2026

Glen Einich Out-and-Back

Time

3h10m

Distance

26.1km

Speed

8.2km/h

Ascent

360m

Descent

350m

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March 12, 2026

Gravel cycling into Glen Einich — A great 25 km / 15.5 miles long out-and-back gravel ride from Rothiemurchus near Aviemore, which could easily be extended by including a circuit round Loch an Eilein or by exploring the Glenmore Forest tracks to and from Loch Morlich.

went for a bike ride

March 4, 2026

Ardclach - Brodie Castle

Time

4h12m

Distance

53.1km

Speed

12.7km/h

Ascent

590m

Descent

590m

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went gravel riding

February 28, 2026

Recce on the Moors around Lochindorb

Nice day for it. If I were to do the big loop again, I'd do it clockwise instead of anti-clockwise. And after a proper dry spell; a large part of it was like cycling through treacle or wet, heavy clay. At both turn-offs at the road there are locked gates,…

Time

3h49m

Distance

31.1km

Speed

8.2km/h

Ascent

370m

Descent

370m

, and like this.

went for a bike ride

November 15, 2025

Catching the Last of the Autumn Colours - Komoot Shoot

Time

3h22m

Distance

36.0km

Speed

10.7km/h

Ascent

230m

Descent

230m

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January 14, 2026

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