Loch Thom – Gryffe Reservoir loop from Greenock Central

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Loch Thom – Gryffe Reservoir loop from Greenock Central

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Loch Thom – Gryffe Reservoir loop from Greenock Central

02:26

31.9km

400m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 2, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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10.5 km

Greenock Cut Water Channel Ford

Highlight • River

Go straight through the gate to ford the Greenock Cut water channel and onto the Greenock Cut path. The submerged stones don't look promising but it wasn't difficult to cross …

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11.8 km

View of Greenock from The Cut

Highlight • Viewpoint

Mind the cattle and slow down for any walkers. Enjoy the views.

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15.8 km

The Kelly Cut

Highlight • Viewpoint

A nice remote path which makes it feel like you are miles from anywhere!

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16.0 km

Ardgowan Fishery Café

Highlight • Cafe

Cafe open for drinks, snacks and lunches.

Opening Hours:
Monday - Friday: 9am–8pm
Saturday - Sunday: 8am–8pm

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19.7 km

Loch Thom

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely views across Loch Thom, and perfect for a little paddle if it’s warm enough! Great place for a picnic.

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20.3 km

Gryfe Reservoir Southern Gravel Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Lovely smooth tarmac from the main road, then some undulating gravel past the lochs before rejoining a lovely single track road.

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26.3 km

View across the reservoir towards the Clyde

Highlight • Viewpoint

27.6 km

Gibshill Forest

Forest

31.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.9 km

7.93 km

6.77 km

3.37 km

2.07 km

755 m

144 m

Surfaces

16.3 km

10.0 km

4.36 km

793 m

483 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Today

Tuesday 13 October

16°C

8°C

64 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 35.0 km/h

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Comments

May 23, 2023,Fahrradtour

Very nice tour to the Scottish Highlands. Up and down on perfectly prepared gravel or asphalt paths. deserted. Only the not entirely harmless and ubiquitous West Highland Scottish Terriers in Black & White "are allways crossing".

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