Strathclyde Loch – Walk Around the Loch loop from Bothwell

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Strathclyde Loch – Walk Around the Loch loop from Bothwell

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Strathclyde Loch – Walk Around the Loch loop from Bothwell

02:33

9.82km

60m

Hiking

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

Last updated: September 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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253 m

Bothwell Bridge Lido

Highlight • Historical Site

From around the 1930s or 40s to the early 80s this was a public Lido where people swam in the Clyde. Most of the gardens were removed in the 80s …

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2.58 km

Strathclyde Loch

Highlight • Trail

Easy riding. Best time to go would be sunrise.

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3.44 km

Strathclyde Loch North Path

Highlight • Cycleway

It takes about 70 minutes to walk around the lake.

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3.90 km

Roman Military Bathhouse, Bothwellhaugh

Highlight • Structure

4.76 km

Walk Around the Loch

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Shoe to get wet and muddy

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6.05 km

Waterfront Café, Strathclyde Country Park

Highlight • Rest Area

The Waterfront Cafe in the water sports centre at Strathclyde Country Park is a nice stop on a walk around the loch. The cafe is open every day from 10:00 …

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6.74 km

Hamilton Mausoleum

Highlight • Monument

A striking building to stumble across, worth a bit of a detour!

Wikipedia describes it as "the resting place of the family of the Dukes of Hamilton. Built in the …

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8.55 km

Hamilton War Memorial

Highlight • Monument

The memorial is built of dressed stone and is a rectangular section cenotaph. The main face lies towards the gates of the park and comprise a carved coat of arms, …

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