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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

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

02:21

37.7km

400m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 17, 2026

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3.09 km

West Loch Tarbert

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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10.2 km

View of Beinn an Tuirc Wind Farm and Kintyre Hills

Highlight • Cycleway

Really smooth road with beautiful views.

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13.1 km

Smooth Road to the Ferry

Highlight • Trail

Very smooth tarmac leading to the ferry

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13.5 km

View of the Isle of Arran

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Road leading to Cloanaig ferry terminal.

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17.8 km

Beach

18.8 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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23.0 km

Claonaig to Lochranza Ferry Crossing

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Don't expect much when you reach Claonaig ferry port to take the crossing to Lochranza on the Isle of Arran, you'll just find a slipway! As you take the boat …

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25.1 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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29.9 km

View of West Loch Tarbert

Highlight • Lake

Wonderful views leading to West Loch Tarbert.

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37.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.1 km

12.6 km

1.06 km

Surfaces

37.1 km

428 m

227 m

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Tuesday 14 July

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

West Loch Tarbert

View of Beinn an Tuirc Wind Farm and Kintyre Hills

Smooth Road to the Ferry

View of the Isle of Arran

The Seafood Cabin

Claonaig to Lochranza Ferry Crossing

Cloanaig River

View of West Loch Tarbert

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