rgf101 wrote:I've only ever walked in / out via Coylumbridge as on the linked maps, but I now see there's a route between NH938075 (if you're walking north, where the path takes a left turn en route to the bridge) and parking past Coylumbridge. Does anyone know if that's a decent alternative? I've done the usual route several times now and it can be a bit of a trudge on tired legs. A change would be a as good as a rest, after all...
It's mostly an old neglected track a bit boggy in places and I dont think it's used much nowadays. It's years since I was on it though.
There is a good path starting from the junction you mention down to the west end of Loch Morlich which is a good alternative.
Also starting from the sugarbowl car park through the Chalamain Gap if heading for the Lairig Ghru or the hills is a good option and well worth doing.
The great advantage I find with the path into Coylumbridge ( your usual route) apart from the good path and great forest scenery, is it's only a short walk from Coylumbridge to Aviemore to visit the bars before the train home.
A slight variation of your route here also.
https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/cairngorms/rothiemurchus.shtml