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Wildcat — 9.0 km Running Route

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Wildcat is a 9.0 km (5.6 miles) loop in Newtonmore, Cairngorms, Scotland: flat, with 76 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

Cairngorms National Park
76 mAscent
Paved15%Paved
1/5Hilly
Wildcat running route
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Explore the Wildcat

Location: Newtonmore, Cairngorms, Scotland

Discover the beauty of Newtonmore on this 9km run along the Wildcat Trail. Predominantly paved, this route offers a smooth and accessible experience, winding through the village and following Glenbanchor Road. Enjoy the charming rural scenery of the Cairngorms National Park without venturing too far off the beaten path, with gentle inclines suitable for maintaining a steady pace.

This circular route is ideal for a convenient training run or a leisurely jog to soak in the local atmosphere. Its largely flat profile and well-maintained surfaces make it suitable for runners of all abilities, including those looking for an enjoyable sightseeing run rather than a strenuous workout.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 9.0 km loop in Newtonmore, Cairngorms, Scotland with around 76 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
Barely. It rates 1 out of 5 on our hill scale — gently undulating. About 8 metres of climb per kilometre, 76 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 85% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

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