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 | Ben Aigan |  |
Is it Ben Aigan, or as you sometimes see it, Ben Aigen?
Who cares when the cycling is as good as this!
Ben Aigan, in the heart of whisky country, is part of Moray's Monster Trail, a network of 30km plus MTB routes, and is probably the best known. The trails run through the forest that covers the steep sided slopes of Ben Aegan and neighbouring Knockmore. Not only is the cycling world class, the views over Speyside and across to Ben Rinnes are second to none.
In addition to the well established Blue and Red forestry trails, the Ben and its neighbour now boasts a host of other trails rejoicing in names like Widow Maker, The Mast Blast, and the Pink Fluffy Bunny Trail.
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| Routes | |
The Hammer Grade - DIFFICULT [RED]
One long big hit ride around the summit of Ben Aigan with stunning views of the Spey valley. Big earth features, board walk sections and even an optional jump site at the end. Finish off by linking to the Mast Blast or Bunny.
The Mast Blast Grade - DIFFICULT [RED]
A downhill route just beyond the rather obvious transmitter mast. Surprisingly fast, so treat with respect. When you hit the forest road take a right for more single track switchbacks all the way down to the car park - this section called Spin City.
The Bunny Grade - SEVERE [BLACK]
Another one that demands respect. Again, link with Spin City for the perfect finish.
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| Getting to Ben Aigen | |
 
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Ben Aigen car park (grid reference NJ333492 - see OS map 28) is situated adjacent to the A95 Keith to Grantown-on-Spey road.
Travelling south it's on the right about a mile and a half south of Mulben.
Travelling north it's on the left 3 miles north of Maggieknockater. |
| OS map 28 also covers Nairn and Forres, River Findhorn
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| Facilities | |
There are no facilities at the car park.
However nearby Craigellichie has a petrol station and a couple of pubs, and Aberlour (8 miles south) and Keith (6.5 miles north) offer shops and pubs.
Cycle hire available in Craigellachie and Aberlour.
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