Please remember this is a working forest. You may encounter vehicles and/or forest operations. It is important to adhere to warning signs and directions by forest staff.

From Inverlochy village (Bike Hire) go along Locheil Road. Continue until you come to a railway bridge. Go under the bridge. On your left is the old castle of Inverlochy. Cycle past the main gate of the castle and down behind the Aluminium Social Club. Follow the path across the Putting Green to the traffic lights. Walk across at the traffic lights to the garage forecourt.

Cycle with confidence on the busy A82. It is only a short distance until you turn right at the sign for Torlundy. Cross over the railway bridge at the traffic lights and turn right.

At the North Face Car Park you may choose to cycle straight on using the forest road. This takes you to the ski centre. Or by turning left on to the Witch's Trail you might like to try some of the technical single track for which you need mountain bike experience.

Continue along the track until you reach the ski centre.

From the car park here there are several other way-marked routes to explore including the "Trail Quest" with extra interest for children - see notice boards for details.Continuing along our main route from the Nevis Range gondola station stay on the forest road, pass under the gondola and cycle on up the hill. At the top of the hill turn right and then take the first left. After about 1 mile you come to a sharp left hand bend. At the bend the track drops down steeply and turns sharply right. Watch out for loose stone on this section.

A short distance after turning right there is a narrow faint single track on your right. This track zigzags up onto the Puggy Line - a broader single-track path. This was formerly the narrow gauge railway that serviced the Aluminium Smelter. Follow this track for about 1/2 mile as it traces the river. At the picnic bench you are about halfway through the ride. A good place to stop for a well earned rest!

After the picnic spot you soon come to a narrow footbridge. Turn left. After a short distance you are back on the forest road. On the forest road turn left at the next junction. Go straight across at the minor tarred road. At the next junction turn right.

After about 1 mile at a T junction there is the option either to turn left, climb the hill and keeping to the right you arrive back at the ski centre, or to turn right and after about 1/2 mile enjoy a fast steep descent with a sharp left hand bend at the base. Continue until you pass the Forest Commission's Offices. Turn right and in front of you is the bridge and traffic lights. Turn left on to the A82 to retrace your route.

Starting Points
Nevis Cycles Inverlochy grid reference NN112 747
Distance
Approx 22.5 miles / 36 kilometres
Grade
Easy
Type of Route
4.8hr/whole-day ride for mountain / hybrid bike
Terrain
Mixed route with forest road, tarred road, optional mountain bike traiil
O.S.Map
O.S. Explorer 392
O.S. Landranger 41
Parking
Available at route start or car park at Torlundy grid reference NN145765

Railway Stations
Fort William (1 mile), Inverness (70 miles)
Refreshments
You need to take food and drink with you for the majority of the route but there are cafes and shops near the start and finish
Accommodation
Nearest Hostel Glen Nevis
There are many bed and breakfast places and many hotels in Fort William
Cycle Repair
If you break down or have an accident CALL Nevis Cycles 01397 705555 FOR PICK UP
Courtesy bikes available while you wait. Work guaranteed for 6 months. All types of bikes repaired!
FREE safety checks - FREE fitting of any accessories purchased from Nevis Cycles!


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