View of Garelochhead – Henry Bell Monument loop from Helensburgh Upper

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View of Garelochhead – Henry Bell Monument loop from Helensburgh Upper

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View of Garelochhead – Henry Bell Monument loop from Helensburgh Upper

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28.2km

230m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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12.7 km

Greenfield Wood

Forest

13.2 km

Perch Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Lovely friendly cafe to refuel and have a wee rest. Great coffee, good food and cake.

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13.6 km

Shore Path, Garelochhead

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Go slow as there's people and dogs but it's a nice place to sit and take in the view.
Eastern End
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Western End
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23.9 km

Rhu Marina

Highlight • Structure

Another marina with plenty of activity and some nice boats, Rhu marina is located to the west side of Helensburgh. East access and a tranquil area

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26.7 km

This monument was erected in 1872 to the memory of Henry Bell, who built the Paddle Steamer Comet in 1812, the first commercial steam boat in Europe. Further info can be found on destinationhelensburgh.org/henry-bell

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26.8 km

It's a Path, Not a Destination Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

26.8 km

Helensburgh Pier and Henry Bell Monument

Highlight • Monument

Helensburgh Pier extends 804 feet (245 m) from the coast and affords lovely views over the Upper Firth of Clyde and the town itself. The pier, which was built in …

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26.8 km

Start of the John Muir Way, Helensburgh

Highlight • Cycleway

The John Muir Way stretches for 134 miles or 215 km between Helensburgh on the west coast through Scotland's heartland to Dunbar in the east. You'll find ample information on (the photo of) an information board, attached to this highlight.

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28.2 km

End point

Train Station

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