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Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Lenzie

Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Lenzie

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Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Lenzie

02:29

40.0km

230m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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: March 22, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 20.2 km for 12 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.55 km

View of the Campsie Fells

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Campsie Fells were formed by volcanic intrusion over existing mudstone and limestone beds.

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6.79 km

Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath

Highlight • Cycleway

Good straights and class scenery. Roots at certain sections growing under the tarmac, which can make it a bit of a tough getting the power down. Lovely views.

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12.1 km

Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath

Highlight • River

The Forth and Clyde Canal was constructed in 1790. It was successful initially but closed in the 1960s. Today it's a leisure destination with a brilliant towpath making an ideal cycling outing.

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14.1 km

Maryhill Locks

Highlight • Bridge

Crossroads of the Kelvin Walkway and the Forth and Clyde Canal towpath

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15.1 km

Netherton Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

Lovely relaxing cycle

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15.4 km

River Kelvin

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely spot on the river with shingle beach.

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17.2 km

Kelvin Bankside Bash Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Tight, technical, muddy in places. Watch out for walkers. But other than that, a prime little path. Worth a detour!

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20.8 km

River Kelvin

Lake

37.8 km

Curved Footbridge Over Forth and Clyde Canal

Highlight • Structure

40.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.6 km

10.6 km

9.38 km

4.35 km

3.16 km

709 m

105 m

Surfaces

12.2 km

12.1 km

11.5 km

3.80 km

224 m

158 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 24 May

22°C

8°C

0 %

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Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Lenzie

View of the Campsie Fells

Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath

Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath

Maryhill Locks

Netherton Viaduct

River Kelvin

Kelvin Bankside Bash Trail

Curved Footbridge Over Forth and Clyde Canal

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