At Cairngorm Bothies, we’re committed to providing unforgettable outdoor experiences while minimising our environmental impact. Our latest project involves creating a new mountain bike route that connects our Bothies to the award winning Tarland Trails mountain bike facilities. This new route will allow our guests to enjoy a route that takes them for the majority of the way Off road across the Knockargerty Hill with panoramic views of Royal Deeside and Donside.

Our goal is to establish a safe, sustainable, and enjoyable mountain bike route that benefits both our guests and the local community. By minimising the use of public roads, our aim is to assist in reducing traffic congestion, noise pollution, and the risk of accidents. 

Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms are regarded as the best in Scotland for cycling and mountain biking. From gentle cycling along flat and quiet country lanes to arduous mountain trails. The Cairngorm area around Cairngorm Bothies has something to satisfy every level of cyclist.

We celebrated this years European Heritage Days festivities and the shared annual theme, Heritage of Routes, Networks and Connections with the launch of our Cairngorm Excursion Biking Route.

Please find details of this informative Digital mountain biking route map with a sky tour view and audio trail below.

If you are ready to explore the Cairngorm Excursion Biking Route on your Mountain bike simply click the Cairngorm Excursions logo below.

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