Gravel biking Scotland

Highland Gravel Trail

The best gravel or easy mountain biking adventure in the Scottish Highlands
Overview
  • 1 - Flat as a pancake
  • 2 - Flat with some lumpy bits
  • 3 - Gently undulating
  • 4 - Undulating, some bigger hills
  • 5 - Rolling hills
  • 6 - Hilly but not too steep
  • 7 - Hilly with some steep climbs
  • 8 - Very hilly up to 25% climbs
  • 1 - Very little biking but keen to try 
  • 2 - Cycle a couple of times a week, a few hours per day on flat terrain
  • 3 - Can easily cycle half a day on more hilly terrain 
  • 4 - Can ride for up to 5 hours per day, gently undulating terrain
  • 5 - Can ride for 6 hours per day, some short, steep climbs
  • 6 - Can ride for 7 hours per day on hilly terrain
  • 7 - Comfortable biking for 8 hours per day including long, steep climbs
  • 8 - Cycle several times per week, can ride up to 10 hours per day, steep, physically demanding trails
  • Green - beginners and novices, flat, wide trails, no challenging features
  • Blue - intermediates with basic off-road riding skills, small obstacles, moderate gradients, some short, steep sections
  • Red - proficient mountain bikers, steep and rough, with some technical sections
  • Black - very experienced mountain bikers, very challenging with steep, technical climbs and descents
Total Distance
300 km (186 miles)
Number of days cycling
4 to 5 days
Elevation
From 3500 to 5000 metres of climbing and descending!
Summary

Saddle up and experience one of Scotland’s most thrilling gravel biking adventures in an incredible-picturesque part of the Scottish Highlands. Winding through the breath-taking landscapes of the Trossachs National Park and Highland Perthshire, this route blends rugged terrain, ancient forests and serene lochs, showcasing the very best of Scotland’s untamed beauty – all steeped in the legendary tales of the Scottish folk hero, Rob Roy MacGregor.

This 170 to 250 mile route (our extended version of the 80-mile official Rob Roy Way) makes for a perfect gravel biking holiday or easy-going mountain biking tour through the Trossachs and Highland Perthshire. This unique biking route follows ancient drove roads, purpose-built cycle paths, deserted country singletrack roads, stunning riverside trails and 4x4 tracks. From the banks of Loch Lomond you ride deep into the majestic hills of Highland Perthshire and finish in the gorgeous town of Pitlochry, where you can extend the trip for another day, if you wish to spend a couple of nights in the heart of the Highlands. This route is on the more challenging end of gravel riding, with more off road, more climbs and more remote trails, so if you would prefer an easier ride then perhaps consider our shorter Rob Roy Way trip. If you are looking for an amazing adventure on Highland gravel please contact us to find out more! 

Map

Track

Highlights
Riding the best gravel that the Scottish Highlands has to offer!
Amazing scenery in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park
Beautiful isolation in the hills around Perthshire
Castles and stately hotels in Crieff and Pitlochry
Options to take a scenic boat trip or visit a distillery
What's included
4 or 5 days of brilliant cycling in Yorkshire
5 or 6 nights of comfortable, hand-selected accommodation
One way transfer from Pitlochry to Balloch at the start or end of the trip.
All baggage transfers between accommodation
Detailed maps of the route and gpx. files
Detailed list of bike shops and a comprehensive route information pack
Phone support from our experienced team
Bike hire available as an additional extra
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Your off road biking holiday can be organised on any dates between April and September for groups of two or more people. Choose your preferred dates and contact us to start planning your UK biking adventure now. 

Trip options
4 days / 5 nights (per person)
Number of days cycling
4
Average daily distance
75 km (46 miles)
Fitness
7
5 days / 6 nights (per person)
Number of days cycling
5
Average daily distance
60 km (37 miles)
Fitness
6
Prices
4 days / 5 nights (per person)
Guest House/Hotel - 4 people
£785
Guest House/Hotel - 2 people
£920
Luxury - 4 people
From £30 extra/night
Luxury - 2 people
From £30 extra/night
5 days / 6 nights (per person)
Guest House/Hotel - 4 people
£920
Guest House/Hotel - 2 people
£1075
Luxury - 4 people
From £30 extra/night
Luxury - 2 people
From £30 extra/night
  • We can accommodate groups of any size. If you have a group of 3 people or more than 8 people please contact us for the best price.
  • We use fantastic, tried and tested accommodation but more luxurious upgrades are available in some locations for a supplement
  • Single occupancy rooms are available for a supplement
  • Bunkhouse options are available in some locations if you wish to reduce the price
  • We can add or remove extra accommodation, change transport arrangements or add any other extras you might need 
Enquire/Book
Are you or any of your group planning on bringing an electric bike?
Is the battery removable for charging?

Trip Gallery

2 cyclists on rob roy way
aerial photo loch Chon Trossachs
cyclist in orange jacket
cyclists in leafy forest
gravel biking next to a lake
gravel cyclist on loch venachar path
pipe band marching at highland games
rob roy way bikers
cyclists on loch venachar path
signpost pointing to Strathtay and Pitlochry
Snaking trail in Scottish mountains
Stunning scenery by Loch Arklet
2 Gravel bikers in the Trossachs

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