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Loch Duntelchaig to Loch Ruthven

Distance Approximate Time Height Gain OS Map
8 kms 02:30 (hrs:mins) 150 metres Explorer 416: Inverness, Loch Ness & Culloden & 417: Monadhliath Mountains North & Strathdearn

Description

This walk requires two cars and may, of course, be done from either end. The route followed here offers the best views - to Ben Wyvis (1000m), to the West Highlands and into Strathnairn. The path is good all the way and does not require special footwear. The early part is a little shut-in, in forest; the middle is open moor and the last section is very open, young forest with views at all times. The little nature reserve (RSPB) at the end of Loch Ruthven is one of the few remaining breeding grounds in the country of Slavonian grebes.

Access Info

No public transport; take the Essich road south from Inverness and continue, to park one car at Preas Dubh (635325) (there are three little car park / picnic sites there on the shore of Loch Duntelchaig); and one in the RSPB car park at Loch Ruthven (638281).

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