Waulkmill Glen Reservoir – Ryat Linn Reservoir Waterfall loop from Barrhead

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Waulkmill Glen Reservoir – Ryat Linn Reservoir Waterfall loop from Barrhead

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Waulkmill Glen Reservoir – Ryat Linn Reservoir Waterfall loop from Barrhead

02:03

7.65km

90m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.49 km

Opened in 1848, it is part of a scheme instituted by the Gorbals Gravitation Water Company in 1846 to supply the south of Glasgow with drinking water. In 1865, these reservoirs began supplying the town of Barrhead with water.

Tip by

3.22 km

Waulkmill Glen Reservoir Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

Built in 1903 the Waulkmill Glen Reservoir Viaduct carries the main railway line across Darnley Country Park.

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3.29 km

Railway Viaduct Over the River

Highlight • Other

3.85 km

Ryat Linn Reservoir Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Flat tarmac for cycling and walkers

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4.31 km

View of Neilston Railway Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

Often you'll find opposite trains going across close to each other due to the distance from Patterton & Neilston

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7.65 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.31 km

203 m

151 m

Surfaces

3.75 km

3.25 km

214 m

151 m

149 m

Elevation

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Monday 9 November

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Waulkmill Glen Reservoir – Ryat Linn Reservoir Waterfall loop from Barrhead

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