Tour of Loch an Eilein
Loop around Loch an Eilein. A very easy family walk, accessible to all. The path is clean and well marked. Can be done on foot, running or by bike. There are numerous beaches. There is a pay car park at the start of the trail. The path is mostly shaded.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 5.21 km -
Average duration: 1h 35 -
Difficulty: Easy -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 33 m -
Descent: - 31 m -
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Highest point: 284 m -
Lowest point: 262 m
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Country:
United Kingdom
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Area: Cairngorms -
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Highland -
Start/End: N 57.152838° / W 3.824448° -
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Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 262 m
- 1 : km 2.92 - alt. 276 m - Wooden bridge
- S/E : km 5.21 - alt. 262 m
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