Beecraigs Loch – Cockleroy Hill Summit loop from Linlithgow

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Linlithgow And Linlithgow Bridge

Beecraigs Loch – Cockleroy Hill Summit loop from Linlithgow

Moderate

hikers

Beecraigs Loch – Cockleroy Hill Summit loop from Linlithgow

03:27

12.3km

250m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

737 m

Union Canal at Linlithgow

Highlight • River

The Union Canal is a peaceful way to cross the Scottish industrial heartland. The Canal is surprisingly rural even close to to towns like Linlithgow.

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2.97 km

View of the Firth of Forth and the Bridges

Highlight • Viewpoint

3.43 km

Beecraigs Country Park Visitor Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

Ride with sunrise

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4.16 km

Beecraigs Loch

Highlight • Structure

Beecraigs is actually a reservoir built between 1914 - 1918 by German prisoners of war. It was used to supply drinking water but was decommissioned as a reservoir in 1972. …

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5.41 km

Wee Loch

Highlight • Lake

6.41 km

Cockleroy Hill Summit

Highlight • Summit

Cockleroy Hill at 278m has a trig point and stunning 360-degree views. I's a standalone high point to the west of Beecraigs country park and an ascent can be added …

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7.53 km

Beecraigs Play Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Perfect stop with lots of activities if you’re with kids

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12.0 km

Linlithgow Canal Centre and Wharf

Highlight • Structure

The Linlithgow Canal Centre lies on the Union Canal as it traverses the southern part of Linlithgow, an historic town in West Lothian. The scenic Canal Centre offers refreshments, boat …

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12.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.33 km

2.94 km

528 m

507 m

Surfaces

3.12 km