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3.3 miles
Distance
86 ft
Climb
-91 ft
Descent
00:21:18
Avg time
-6 ft
Altitude change
863 ft
Altitude min
913 ft
Altitude max
868 ft
Altitude start
863 ft
Altitude end
-4.5%
Grade max
3.5%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
2,402 ft
Distance flat
00:21:18
Avg time
Loch an Eilean Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
- Gravel Bike
- Adaptive Bike
- Horse
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaRothiemurchus
Aviemore -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity65 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 35 in E-Biking
- 90 in Trail Running
- 85 in Hiking
- 5 in Horseback
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Trail TypeGravel Path
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Bike TypeAM, XC, Fat, Adaptive MTB, Gravel
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DirectionBoth Directions[+]
- Both Directions for Gravel Biking
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Physical RatingEasy
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Family FriendlyYes
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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Ride in RainYes
Easy trail suitable for the whole family as witnessed by the abundance of family groups who use this trail. So be warned this can be extremely busy with bikes and walkers during high tourist season. Can be done as an easy loop or used in part to access singletrack trails further afield (e.g. Inshriach & Dalnavert areas)
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6 Months
- 4 rides
- 19 miles avg distance
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- 29 rides
- Last: Jun 14, 2026
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Directions to loch-an-eilean trailhead
(57.154780, -3.824040)
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Routes with this trail
★ 4.0 • 18 miles • 865 ft • 33 • Loop •
A Loop around two of the more popular lochs in the area, not technically challenging but a longer ride
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Frequently Asked Questions About Loch an Eilean
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Where is Loch an Eilean located?
Loch an Eilean is located in Rothiemurchus, Aviemore, United Kingdom. It is part of the Rothiemurchus trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 57.15478, -3.82404.
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What is the elevation gain for Loch an Eilean?
Loch an Eilean has 86 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 91 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 863 ft to 913 ft.
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Is Loch an Eilean a point to point trail?
Loch an Eilean is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is gravel path.
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How long is Loch an Eilean?
Loch an Eilean is 3.3 miles long. The trail type is gravel path.
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