Loch of the Lowes – Yarrowford Scenic Road loop from Moffat

Loch of the Lowes – Yarrowford Scenic Road loop from Moffat

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Loch of the Lowes – Yarrowford Scenic Road loop from Moffat

06:00

142km

1,040m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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After 57.0 km for 298 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.89 km

Horseman Rig Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

It was a very quiet road on the Friday morning in April when we rode it, with a fun swooping descent towards Moffat.

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25.2 km

Loch of the Lowes

Highlight • Viewpoint

Keep your eyes open for the ospreys

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29.6 km

View of St Mary’s Loch from the A708

Highlight • Viewpoint

The A708 follows the northern shore of St Mary's Loch, the largest natural body of water in the Scottish Boarders. It's an A road and people do drive fast, but …

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35.2 km

The Gordon Arms

Highlight • Pub

Not much else around this area so take advantage if you’re passing.

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57.1 km

Nettly Wood

Forest

77.6 km

Yarrowford Scenic Road

Highlight • Trail

Lovely, quiet and great ability to drink in the countryside.

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78.4 km

Tweed Valley Near Innerleithen

Highlight • River

78.5 km

No1 Peebles Road Café

Highlight • Cafe

A quite spectacularly good cafe in the heart of Innerleithen, which caters to all stripes of locals and tourists alike. Locally sourced food (try the breakfasts - they're excellent), really, …

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85.9 km

Ruins

90.8 km

Castle Banks

Forest

131 km

Devil's Beef Tub Climb from Moffat

Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument

The Devil’s Beef Tub climb from Moffat is a long, scenic ascent into the Southern Uplands, averaging 5% over 7 km with sections reaching 10%. The wide, smooth road rises …

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