Loch Eck Shore Cycle Trail

 

For the cyclist who requires an alternative with a challenge, then the Loch Eck Trail will suit. The trail uses forest roads which stay close to the west & east shore giving attractive views across the hills of Cowal. The route can be started at Glenbranter or Benmore, if you start at Glenbranter the tearoom at Benmore makes a welcome stop off. The round trip can be completed by taking the path/forest road on the east side of Loch Eck or by the use of the public road. If doing the complete circular journey, distance/time is approximately 18 miles/3.5 hours.

How to get there:

Loch Eck Shore Cycle Trail can be started from LAUDER CAR PARK in Glenbranter Forest which is part of Argyll Forest Park. DUNOON is the nearest town or village.

There are two equally appealling approaches to the Forest Park from Glasgow. By car ferry from Gourock to Dunoon, or by the A82 along the western shore of Loch Lomond through Tarbet, entering the Park at Arrochar. From Dunoon take the A815 north, along the east side of Loch Eck. From Arrochar take the A83(T) up and over the Rest and Be Thankful, turning left onto the A815 at the west end of Glen Kinglas. Head south along the east side of Loch Fyne towards Strachur. Glenbranter is about 3 miles south of Strachur.

For public transport information follow the Traveline Scotland link under the Useful sites section opposite.

OS Grid Reference: NS110978