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Craigallian Loch

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Craigallian Loch

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Location: Strathblane, Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

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1. Mugdock Castle, Craigend Castle & Craigallian Loch loop from Milngavie

13.4km

03:34

150m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Craigallian Loch – Craigallian Fire Memorial loop from Milngavie

14.4km

03:47

110m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Glengoyne Distillery, Dumgoyne – Craigallian Loch loop from Killearn

28.6km

07:38

330m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Barney

July 25, 2019

On the path beside Craigallian Lock is a commemorative plaque regarding the Craigallian Fire, which was a legendary place which spawned a number of climbing communities in the area, and had great resonance for the local young population in the Great Depression of the 1930s.

The 'Fire Sitters' founded mountaineering clubs such as the Creagh Dhu, Lomond and Ptarmigan clubs, and emboldened the folk who went on to open up Scotland to all.

The text reads:
"Here burned the Craigallian Fire.
During the depression of the 1930s
it was a beacon of companionship
and hope for young unemployed people
who came from Glasgow and Clydebank
seeking adventure in Scotland's wild
places. Their pioneering spirit helped to
make the Scottish countryside free for
all to roam."

Franzl wandert 🥾

June 29, 2023

The first major lake on the West Highland Way is very atmospheric.

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Strampelpfade

April 28, 2020

Yes, because it is the first hole on the hike and you can see the first hills in the distance!

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Elevation 110 m

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Location: Strathblane, Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

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1. Mugdock Castle, Craigend Castle & Craigallian Loch loop from Milngavie

2. Craigallian Loch – Craigallian Fire Memorial loop from Milngavie

3. Glengoyne Distillery, Dumgoyne – Craigallian Loch loop from Killearn

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