Wildcat Trail Loop
Cairngorms National Park
An moderate XC loop around the Highland villages and shooting estates of Kingussie & Newtonmore.
Mountain Biking Moderate
- Distance
- 30 km
- Ascent
- 440 m
- Descent
- 439 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 223 m
- High Point
- 360 m
- Gradient
- 3˚
This is a popular mountain biking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done all year round. From a low point of 223 m to the maximum altitude of 360 m, the route covers 30 km, 440 vertical metres of ascent and 439 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Ride this all weather route clockwise, never too far from civilisation but with a true highland feel. At perfect bad weather half day ride.
Difficulty
Moderate
Mostly stable trail tread with some variability, with unavoidable obstacles 8in/20cm tall or less. Other obstacles such as rock gullies and steep sections may exist. Ideal for lower intermediate riders.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Road sections
- Wet-weather friendly
- Roots