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Start at the designated Spittal of Glen Muick car park at the end of the glen road. Cross the entrance bridge and follow the track past the visitor centre and toilets. Turn right across the River Muick towards Allt-na-giubhsaich, then left along the western shore of the loch. Continue past the pine woods and Glas-allt-Shiel, staying on the established low-level shore path. Round the head of the loch over the small bridges, keep left at the fork, and join the eastern shore track at its bridge. Follow the loch back past the boathouse and Loch-end Wood, then return through the Spittal to the car park.
Allow about three and a half hours with short stops for the full circuit. Tracks give way to narrower, uneven paths, with modest rises and exposed stretches of moorland. Take walking boots, waterproofs, food, water and a reliable map; wind, rain, ice and short winter daylight matter here. This route leaves out the steep waterfall detour and the summit paths. Use the bridges and follow any estate closure signs; do not attempt a river crossing if a bridge is closed. Parking charges apply, so check the current tariff and access signs. The visitor centre and toilets are near the start; there are no shops along the circuit. Keep dogs under close control around wildlife and livestock, and respect the lodge and private buildings.
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