Loch Morlich Trail

A loop round Loch Morlich in the Cairngorms, through Glenmore's pinewoods with the sandy beach and mountains in view.

Terrain

Mostly wide, smooth, flat gravel; some uneven and muddy sections, a steep ramp and two road crossings.

Dogs

Forestry and Land Scotland doesn't list its own dog rules for this forest. Under the Scottish Outdoor Access Code, dogs are welcome if kept under proper control: on a short lead or close at heel near farm animals, and in forests, moorland and on loch shores during the April to July bird breeding season. Pick up after your dog. Keep dogs close near livestock and cliff edges.

Start: Loch Morlich beach car park, Glenmore, PH22 1QU. Directions to the start

Route, map and full directions: Forestry and Land Scotland. Summary in our own words, checked 30 October 2026. Paths, tides and conditions change, so check the route before you go.

Route

Route line from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors), 5.6 km. It can differ a little from the official route, so follow the waymarks and the Forestry and Land Scotland directions. Use two fingers to move or zoom the map on a phone.