An Lochan Uaine and Ryvoan Bothy

At a Glance

Distance

10.1 km (6.3 miles)

Difficulty

Moderate

Duration

3 hr

Walk Type

Woodland, Lake

Route Type

Circular

Off Lead Potential

High

Livestock Risk

Low

Facilities

Glenmore Visitor Centre café and toilets; Pine Marten Bar at Glenmore Lodge

Parking

Glenmore Visitor Centre car park (PH22 1QU); pay and display

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is An Lochan Uaine and Ryvoan Bothy dog friendly?

  An Lochan Uaine and Ryvoan Bothy rates a strong 9/10 for dog friendliness, making it one of the better walks in the Cairngorms for bringing your dog along. The ancient Caledonian pine forest, varied ground cover of heather, blaeberry and moss, and a shallow-edged lochan that most dogs will wade straight into all add up to a genuinely rewarding day out for four-legged visitors.

• Can dogs be off lead at An Lochan Uaine and Ryvoan Bothy?

  Off-lead potential is high for much of the route, as livestock are largely absent from the forest and hill sections. The one caveat is red deer , if your dog has a chase instinct, it's worth keeping them on lead in areas where visibility through the trees is limited.

• What should I know before visiting An Lochan Uaine and Ryvoan Bothy with my dog?

  The 10 km circular involves 254 m of climbing spread evenly across the route, so it's a manageable moderate day rather than a demanding one. Lower sections of the path can be muddy during winter and spring, though the higher ground on its sandy, pine-needle base drains well. Facilities are available at the Glenmore Visitor Centre, including a café and toilets, and the Pine Marten Bar at Glenmore Lodge is also nearby for a post-walk stop.

Glenmore Visitor Centre Car Park, Glenmore Forest Park, Aviemore, PH22 1QU

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