Pass of Drumochter Summit – Ruthven Barracks loop from Layby 66

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Pass of Drumochter Summit – Ruthven Barracks loop from Layby 66

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Pass of Drumochter Summit – Ruthven Barracks loop from Layby 66

05:50

83.8km

630m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

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