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Loch Kinord – View of Loch Kinord Crannog loop from Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve

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Loch Kinord – View of Loch Kinord Crannog loop from Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve

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Loch Kinord – View of Loch Kinord Crannog loop from Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve

03:31

13.1km

160m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve

Cairngorms National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

1.28 km

View of Loch Kinord

Highlight • Lake

2

1.81 km

View of Loch Kinord with Water Lilies

Highlight • Lake

Great spot for wildlife spotting, water lilies and loch view

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3

2.23 km

Loch Kinord

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful lake with a great circular route

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4

4.24 km

View of Loch Kinord Crannog

Highlight • Lake

Here there is a clear view across to the man made island that was once a crannog. An information board provides some further detail.

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5

4.66 km

Kinord Cross

Highlight • Viewpoint

An ancient carved stone, easily spotted in a small fenced off area along the lower path. Information board too. Just above on the hill there is a bench to enjoy the views of the loch.

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6

4.67 km

Kinord Cross, Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve

Highlight • Historical Site

7

6.71 km

Burn O' Vat Waterfall

Highlight • Gorge

The Vat is an impressive waterfall into a pothole which probably formed after the retreat of the last ice age.

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8

7.46 km

Vat Burn

Highlight • River

B

13.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.17 km

5.35 km

280 m

247 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.47 km

2.61 km

2.55 km

1.41 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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Wednesday 6 May

12°C

3°C

40 %

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