Argyll & the Isles is a cyclist's dream. With our natural terrain ideally suited to the full range of pedal-powered adventures, we’re proud to have developed a strong cycling infrastructure. We have excellent public transport, fabulous places to eat and drink and local cycling groups who are passionate about developing more routes to explore.
For road cyclists, we have miles and miles of scenic roads, long straight stretches and plenty of challenging hills and bends that are perfect for clocking up the distance. For mountain bikers, we have acres of forest trails with steep ascents and daredevil drop-offs. And for gravel bikers, we have an intricate network of tracks and trails through our extensive forests, woodlands and along our coastlines. We offer tried and tested bikepacking trails and packrafting suggestions for those who want to extend their adventures to the water.
Think cycling The Caledonia Way, Five Ferries Island Hopping challenge, Wild About Argyll Bike Packing Trail and a variety of sportives. It’s all so accessible here on Scotland’s Adventure Coast.
Argyll & the Isles is a beautiful corner of the world with an ever-changing landscape and an abundance of wildlife. What better way to explore it than on two wheels?
To experience the best of Argyll & the Isles, check out our recommendations for your pedal-powered adventures.
We know it’s hard to pick one, so here’s an overview of some recommendations from Global Cycling Network, the World's #1 creator of cycling video content.
Easing into Oban I’m in a train carriage of happy cyclists. No fighting for space on a busy train for us as we’re enjoying Scotrail’s new Highland Explorer, the first dedicated bike-friendly carriages in the UK. I’m smiling too as I’m about to explore the network of cycling trails that snake off from Oban around the scenic wonderland of Argyll and her isles.
A bright and cold day at the start of November was the perfect opportunity for a day spent pedaling on the Wild About Argyll trail, writes Marcus Nicolson.
The Caledonia Way, National Cycle Route 78, runs from Campbeltown to Inverness, offering adventurous cyclists the chance to explore the spectacular Argyll regions Kintyre, Kilmartin Glen and Oban & Lorn.
Dunoon is widely known as a destination of first choice for outdoor adventure on Glasgow’s doorstep.
The Corlarach Forest is situated to the south west of Dunoon and covers a large part of the Cowal Peninsula, where you can enjoy mountain bike trails that are growing in popularity.
Click here for nine great mountain bike trails in Dunoon & Cowal
