Create an account sign-up-diamond

Start your adventure today.

Already a member? Login

Difficulty
This reflects the 10Adventures difficulty rating for each route. We aim to keep ratings consistent across regions.
Moderate
Elevation
This reflects the total elevation gained throughout this route as measured by the GPS file. This includes all ascents and descents, and is higher than what is quoted in most route guides, which simply measure the distance between the starting-point and high-point of the route.
340 m
Distance
This reflects the return distance of this route as measured by the GPS file.
12.6 km
Duration
This reflects the estimated time the majority of users will take on this trail. If you are slower, add time to the top-end figure. If you are fast, then you may complete this route faster than this time range.
3-4.5h
User Ratings
These ratings are completed by users who have completed this trail and not subject to reviews by 10Adventures.
Be the first to add a review!
Directions to Trailhead

Creag Bheag and Loch Gynack Circular Walk

Creag Bheag and Loch Gynack Circular Walk
Measurement:

Download an interactive map and guide on your phone today!

Table of contents

Walking the Creag Beagh and Loch Gynack Circular Trail is a great activity in Cairngorms National Park that offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and a nearby loch. While out walking the trail you will pass through the village of Kingussie and make your way around Loch Gynack, before looping around the rugged slopes of Creag Bheag. This is a fantastic intermediate route that offers beautiful scenery and a nice challenge, without being too difficult.

Route Description for Creag Bheag and Loch Gynack Circular Walk

If you are wanting to experience a variety of terrain in Cairngorms National Park without heading too deep into the mountains, then the Creag Bheag and Loch Gynack Circular Walk is the perfect route for you. This intermediate length trail features woodlands, a charming loch, and moorland terrain, making for a fun outing with plenty to look at.

Setting out from the car park in Kingussie, you will head to the northeast through the village, before turning to the north to enter a beautiful stretch of woodland landscape. From here, you will follow the banks of Gynack Burn, as it will lead you to the northwest to eventually arrive at the scenic shores of Loch Gynack.

After skirting around the shores of the lovely lake, you will traverse an open expanse of moorland terrain to the south, as you enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, including Creag Beagh. Eventually, you will meet up with the A86 and follow it to the northeast to arrive back at the car park where you began.

Getting to the Creag Bheag and Loch Gynack Circular Walk Trailhead

The trailhead for the Creag Bheag and Loch Gynack Circular Walk can be found at the Kingussie Ardvonie car park.

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:

    Circuit

Creag Bheag and Loch Gynack Circular Walk Elevation Graph

Weather Forecast

Check Area Weather

Reviews

0.0
No reviews
Write a review
×

Add a review

You must be logged in to post a comment.

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

Let someone else do the hard work, book a custom tour in over 85 countries.

Chat with us on our contact page or fill out the form below!

10Adventures Trail App

Take your trails online! Keep track of your route along the way.

Download for free today.

Get travel inspiration and discounts

Join our weekly travel newsletter