Clackmannan 최고의 워킹 & 하이킹 경로

Mind your step. Falls more into the category: Lost Places

Amazing thing well worth a visit

If you like bog and slippery roots this is for you. MTB ok but I sank on a gravel bike.

If you are looking for a peaceful retreat to enjoy nature, you might want to visit Gartmorn Dam Country Park and Nature Reserve near Sauchie. It is the oldest reservoir in Scotland and covers an area of 370 acres. You can walk, cycle, horse ride or fish around the 170 acre reservoir, which has fine views over Clackmannanshire and the Firth of Forth. You can also spot red squirrels and migratory wildfowl in the park, which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The dam was built by Sir John Erskine, the 6th Earl of Mar, in 1700 to power the pumps for his coal mines. It also provided water for Alloa's industrial development, especially the breweries. There is a cafe, free parking and wheelchair access at the park.

Can be busy in summer months. Cormorants and herons a common sight.

Lots of slightly dangerous grounds, ditches, holes and dark bunkers. Take a torch for exploring.

An interesting find and the short trails around the area are enough to fill an hour or two. Maintained by the National Trust, there is a free car park and it is open all year round. From the A905 follow the brown signs.

To the south of the reservoir is a wooded hill with several paths running through it. The hill top is only 81m but you still get a nice bit of elevation and a good view over the lake and country park.