Abriachan Map & Guide

Highland 5, Map 1

ISBN 978-1-906184-31-5

Abriachan sits high above Loch Ness with magnificent views of the Great Glen and north Highlands. Just 10 miles from Inverness and run by a charitable trust, there are facilities for all the family. The Kelpies’ MTB trails, built by Rik Allsop, one of Scotland’s top MTB designers, are ideal for beginners and intermediate level riders alike. More experienced riders and walkers can enjoy exploring a wealth of well graded trails.

10 miles from Inverness.

14km of MTB tracks on the Kelpies Trails.

Information for walkers, cyclists and tourists.

Superb views of Loch Ness and the Great Glen.

Miles of good quality walking and cycling paths.

Family facilities including tree house and hide.

Sheiling and illicit whisky still.

Information on the Balnain Bike Park.

Information on transport, cafe, gardens, etc.

Map 1 of a series of Highland 5 maps.

The following are extracts from the Abriachan Map:-

Kelpies’ Biking Trails The Kelpies’ trails, designed by Rik Allsop (who also designed Carbisdale/Balblair), are suitable for beginner and intermediate level riders. There are graded trails, the Kelpies’ Dare obstacle course and a jump park….

Balnain Bike Park
The web site (http://www.forestry.gov.uk/forestry/) describes Balnain Bike Park as muscle-stretching, lung-bursting fun. “It’s the cycling equivalent of a skateboard park, just as testing of your skills and every bit as energetic. Runs and jumps, North Shore, single-track, skinnies, the fun box: use them to the limit for a real adrenaline rush!”
Just 10 miles form Abriachan, it is designed for experienced mountain bikers and graded double black….