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West Loch Tarbert – View of West Loch Tarbert loop from Eilean dà Ghallagain

West Loch Tarbert – View of West Loch Tarbert loop from Eilean dà Ghallagain

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West Loch Tarbert – View of West Loch Tarbert loop from Eilean dà Ghallagain

01:47

38.3km

400m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 18.0 km for 301 m

After 19.3 km for 108 m

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3.09 km

West Loch Tarbert

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Stretching towards the sea from the Kintyre Peninsula, West Loch Tarbert is a picturesque sea loch with a rich history. In the 11th century, Norwegian King Magnus Barefoot dragged his …

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15.4 km

Beach

18.1 km

Steep Gravel Climb

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Steep gravel climb levels out to a steady climb after this

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18.7 km

Skipness Castle

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Skipness castle is a square courtyard castle built in the early 13th century by the MacSween family. It was used as a stronghold against the vikings. The Macdonald Lord of …

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19.1 km

The Seafood Cabin

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The coast road ride, and hot/cold seafood and drinks offering at Skipness Cabin are well worth the short detour. If there early, grab a coffee and a hot-smoked salmon roll; …

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19.2 km

Skipness Castle

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Skipness Castle is a striking medieval fortification that was built in the early 13th century by the MacSween family. The Green Lady of Skipness Castle is said to haunt the …

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19.3 km

View of the Isle of Arran from Skipness Castle

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Simply nice, very nice

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25.7 km

A beautiful stretch of water running across the Kintyre Peninsula through woodland and remote wilderness. The area around the river is rich in wildlife. Expect to spot wild deer, majestic birds of prey and plenty of fish.

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30.5 km

View of West Loch Tarbert

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Wonderful views leading to West Loch Tarbert.

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38.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.9 km

12.6 km

1.25 km

573 m

Surfaces

37.1 km

573 m

364 m

248 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

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Friday 17 July

19°C

11°C

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West Loch Tarbert – View of West Loch Tarbert loop from Eilean dà Ghallagain

West Loch Tarbert

Steep Gravel Climb

Skipness Castle

The Seafood Cabin

Skipness Castle

View of the Isle of Arran from Skipness Castle

Cloanaig River

View of West Loch Tarbert

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