The Speyside Way
The Long Distance Route

Section 7 - Nethy Bridge to Boat of Garten

Distance:
5 miles
Grade:
Easy
Start:
Nethy Bridge - by the former railway station.
Finish:
Boat of Garten, by the railway Station.
Circular options:
Yes, using RSPB footpaths and minor roads - see RSPB Loch Garten reserve map
Terrain:
Built paths, forest road.
All abilities?
Yes, though there are some rougher sections and a short section with steep gradient (good surface)
Multi-use?
Yes, this section is mostly accesible for use by both cycles and horses. Horseriders, however, should avoid the section of path which runs alongside the minor road at the southern end of the route - sections of boardwalk make this unsuitable for horses.

Photo Gallery - click on an image to expand the photos

Nethy Bridge
Entrance to RSPB reserve
Boardwalk on the path
Approaching Boat of Garten
Boat of Garten from the air
Steam at Boat of Garten
Map Showing Section Seven from Nethy Bridge to Boat of Garten