The official on-line guide
 to the Speyside Way Long Distance Route             

The Speyside Way section by section:        Section 4 - Craigellachie to Ballindalloch

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Distance:

12 miles

Grade:

easy

Start:

Craigellachie, in the Fiddich Park.
Car parking, toilets, camping area.

Finish:

The former Ballindalloch Station.
Car parking, toilets, camping area

Other access points?

Aberlour (all facilities), Carron (parking), Tamdhu (parking, toilets), Blacksboat (parking).

Circular options:

Avilailable in the Craigellachie, Aberlour and Carron areas. See maps of local footpath networks (available locally), and this link to the Moray Council site.

Terrain:

Old railway, generally level. May be muddy in places after wet weather.

All abilities?

The steps at the Aberlour suspension bridge have been replaced by ramps, thereby clearing the way for Tramper buggy access along this stretch.

Multi-use?

Yes, this section is also suitable for cycling and horse riding. Horses must use the fords to by-pass the suspension bridges at Aberlour and Pitchroy. Box parking available at Craigellachie, Aberlour and Ballindalloch.

Photo Gallery - click on an image to expand the photos.

Craigellachie from the air
Aberlour, winter
Aberlour from the air
Winter squirrel Blacksboat Station Ballindalloch Viaduct