Route Description
This route takes you from Kirriemuir, home of the Camera Obscura and JM Barrie’s Birthplace, past the Loch of Kinnordy and around the Lintrathen Reservoir.
From the Peter Pan statue at Kirriemuir town centre, turn left onto the B956 to The Glens and follow the road for 0.2km/0.1m and then bear right remaining on the B956 for Glen Clova and Glen Prosen. After 0.3km/0.2m, go straight on at the crossroads to Pearsie. 1.1km/0.7m on, at the junction, go straight on to Loch of Kinnordy.
After 0.3km/0.2m, turn left at the junction to Kingoldrum. At the next T junction 2.7km/1.7m on, turn right onto the B951 to Kingoldrum. Continue on the B951 for 7.2km/4.5m and at the crossroads turn left to Alyth. After 2.4km/1.5m, turn right at the T junction to Alyth.
After 1.6km/1m, turn left into Reekie Linn car park just before the bridge of Craigisla. To return to Kirriemuir, follow the road around the loch to Bridgend of Lintrathen, bear left over the bridge and then turn right at the T junction to Kirriemuir. Follow the B951 to retrace the outward route.
Points of interest on this route include the Loch of Kinnordy and Reekie Linn waterfall.
OS Map
54 (Dundee & Montrose) and 53 (Blairgowrie & Forest of Alyth)
Category
Road Bike
Starting Point
Kirriemuir Town Centre
Length
32.5km/20.2miles
Grade
Moderate
Approximate Time
3 hours
Route Map
Cycling Tips
We recommend the following safety advice to cyclists:
- Check out in advance that the route, which you intend to take, is suitable for the cycling skills of you and your group.
- Take special care when cycling downhill.
- Match your speed to the road surface and your cycling skills and experience.
- Make sure your bicycle is properly maintained and in a safe condition for your cycling holiday.
- In remote areas carry warm waterproof clothing, energy food, a lamp, map and compass.
- Carry a tool kit and puncture repair facilities.
- Do make sure you have adequate insurance cover.