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    Blair Atholl and Glen Tilt Loop

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    5-6.5h
    Distance
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    14.8 km
    Elevation
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    795 m
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    Blair Atholl and Glen Tilt Loop

    The Blair Atholl and Glen Tilt Loop is an awesome intermediate length walking route in Cairngorms National Park that will take you along a riverbank to explore a beautiful glen. While out walking the trail, you will traverse an atmospheric stretch of forest landscape, continuing along the winding banks of the River Tilt while taking in the beauty of the surrounding mountains. This is a fantastic excursion for casual and experienced walkers alike.

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    Route Description for Blair Atholl and Glen Tilt Loop

    If you are wanting to experience a variety of terrain in Cairngorms National Park without adding too much difficulty into your day on the trails, then the Blair Atholl and Glen Tilt Loop will make for the perfect route. This route features a wonderful riverside setting surrounded by forests and mountains, meaning beautiful views are never too far off the trail.

    Setting out from the car park, you will initially make your way east to meet up with the banks of the River Tilt, following them north as you work through a beautiful stretch of woodland terrain. Take some time to appreciate the atmospheric forest surrounding you, keeping left at a fork in the path to keep along the west bank of the river, before eventually breaking free of the tree cover.

    Here, you will continue along the river as it snakes through the glen to the northeast, offering some scenic views of the surrounding mountains. Eventually, you will cross a bridge over the River Tilt and head back towards the trailhead along the east bank. After passing back through the forest, continue along the trail until you arrive back at the car park where you began your walk.

    Getting to the Blair Atholl and Glen Tilt Loop Trailhead

    The trailhead for the Blair Atholl and Glen Tilt Loo[p can be found at the Glen Tilt car park, just east of the Hercules Garden at Blair Castle.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      Year-Round

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Older Children only

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Moderate

    • Route Type

      Lollipop

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