Ruins of Lennox Castle – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Gartcosh

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Ruins of Lennox Castle – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Gartcosh

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Ruins of Lennox Castle – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Gartcosh

03:23

48.9km

370m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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: August 22, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 81 m for 12 m

After 48.9 km for 12 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.36 km

Gartcosh Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

13.0 km

Strathkelvin Railway Path

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

The path has now been fully resurfaced (09/09/2022) between Kirkintilloch and Lennoxtown. Surface is like a race track but be careful it’s very popular with dog walkers.

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21.6 km

The ruined remains of Lennox Castle.

Originally built in ~1840 as a private property it was sold to The Glasgow Corporation (predecessor to the City Council) in 1927 and turned into a hospital for those with learning difficulties.

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22.7 km

Lennox Forest Gravel Road

Highlight • Forest

It’s worth the climb up passed the training ground on to the gravel section.

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24.0 km

Peathill Wood

Forest

26.4 km

View of Glasgow

Highlight • Viewpoint

26.9 km

Blairskaith Linn Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Hidden waterfall, worth a visit if you’re near

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32.5 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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35.1 km

The Stables

Highlight • Cafe

On a nice day it’s the perfect little spot to take a wee break and grab a bite or a drink. It’s situated right on the tow path so you don’t need to worry about finding it!

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