Stockingfield Junction Bridge – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Hillhead

Stockingfield Junction Bridge – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Hillhead

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Stockingfield Junction Bridge – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Hillhead

02:10

34.9km

300m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 9 m for 9 m

After 34.9 km for 9 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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706 m

Glasgow Botanic Gardens

Highlight • Structure

Across the river from the cycle path is Glasgow Botanic Gardens, which are well worth a visit. You find beautiful seasonal gardens and glasshouses containing tropical plants, most notably the …

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2.84 km

Stockingfield Junction Bridge

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Stockingfield Junction is a spot along the canal between Maryhill and Ruchill in Glasgow, Scotland. It first opened back in 1777, closed in 1963, and was later restored and reopened …

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3.89 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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15.9 km

Trig Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

20.0 km

Steep Muddy Trail Between Upper Carlston Farm and Muirhead Farm

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The section between Upper Carlston farm and Muirhead farm is currently impassable riding the bike. I would recommend taking the Campsie Rd. to Lenoxton

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26.0 km

Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath

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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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26.3 km

Mill Plantation

Forest

28.2 km

The Thomas Muir Heritage Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice and quiet cycle path. If you wanna go fast, the road is a better choice, both because of people + kids and because of the often bumpy terrain. Great for a relaxing cycle with great views.

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