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Cat Law – Balintore Castle loop from Balintore

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Cat Law – Balintore Castle loop from Balintore

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Cat Law – Balintore Castle loop from Balintore

06:12

19.9km

740m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

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3.90 km

Cat Law

Highlight • Viewpoint

Faint tracks to the summit are easy enough to follow. Fantastic views all around, but especially south. Many hills can be seen in the distance and the flat farmlands of Angus are great to see.

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6.96 km

Cormaud

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19.1 km

Balintore Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

The castle was originally built by David Lyon, a wealthy conservative MP for use as a sporting lodge. It was left abandoned for many years after its previous owner had …

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19.9 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.6 km

4.79 km

560 m

Surfaces

14.8 km

1.06 km

560 m

275 m

Elevation

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Highest point (660 m)

Lowest point (260 m)

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Sunday 19 July

21°C

9°C

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