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Backmuir Wood – Backmuir Wood loop from Bridgefoot

Bike touring routes & trails

Backmuir Wood – Backmuir Wood loop from Bridgefoot

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Backmuir Wood – Backmuir Wood loop from Bridgefoot

02:20

35.7km

400m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.67 km

The Birkie

Highlight • Cafe

food and dgink

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2

4.52 km

Backmuir Wood

Highlight • Forest

Excellent fine-gravel core paths just great for zooming around. A very nice wood and a pleasant riding experience. There's a small car park at the southern edge.

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3

4.94 km

Backmuir Wood

Highlight • Forest

After only a very short stroll, you'll feel immersed by nature in this heaven for wildlife :-). The paths are well maintained and invite to explore the whole forest. Further info (incl. parking) can be found on the map from Woodland's Trust: woodlandtrust.org.uk/media/49070/backmuir-wood-walking-map.pdf

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4

5.52 km

Backmuir Wood

Highlight • Forest

Blackmuir Wood is a gorgeous woodland situated in the Scottish county of Angus, about 4 miles northwest of Dundee.

The woods are made up of ancient broadleaved woodland, conifer and open glades, and feature some fascinating wildlife species including the beautiful Red Squirrel.

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5

6.61 km

Liff Village

Highlight • Other

6

14.6 km

Mossy Stone Path

Highlight • Natural

18.4 km

Little Ballo

Nature Reserve

26.2 km

Round Loch of Lundie SSSI

Nature Reserve

B

35.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.8 km

2.32 km

1.79 km

1.31 km

955 m

953 m

Surfaces

23.6 km

7.45 km

2.12 km

1.54 km

431 m

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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