View of Loch Lomond – Craigallian Loch loop from Scotstounhill

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View of Loch Lomond – Craigallian Loch loop from Scotstounhill

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View of Loch Lomond – Craigallian Loch loop from Scotstounhill

05:45

77.9km

780m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 68.7 km for 25 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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9.39 km

West Highland Way Starting Obelisk (Milngavie)

Highlight • Monument

The start of the West Highland Way is very urban, and the first section will feel more like a country park. Good paths and signs will lead you out of the town towards Loch Lomond.

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15.4 km

Carbeth Cabin with red accents

Highlight • Mountain Hut

An Turas Mor is an amazing trip from Glasgow to Cape Wrath a must do ride.

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16.9 km

John Muir Way: Blane Water Valley Gravel Track

Highlight • Cycleway

This gravel doubletrack follows Blane Water and follows part of the John Muir Way, a coast to coast walking and cycling route linking Helensburgh and Dunbar. Enjoy this easy stretch on tame gravel.

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31.3 km

Garadhban

Forest

32.1 km

View of Loch Lomond

Highlight • Lake

First View of Loch Lomond on the West Highland Way.

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58.4 km

Kilmannan Reservoir Gravel Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is an alternative route up to Kilmannan Reservoir which links with Burncrooks Reservoir and the John Muir Way. This is a more interesting climb than following the John Muir …

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64.1 km

Craigallian Loch

Highlight • Historical Site

On the path beside Craigallian Lock is a commemorative plaque regarding the Craigallian Fire, which was a legendary place which spawned a number of climbing communities in the area, and …

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65.4 km

Mugdock Woods

Highlight • Forest

Rode here on a gravel bike and was OK!

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65.6 km

Trails at Mugdock Country Park

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Mugdock Park is a country park and historical site. The park includes the remains of the 14th century Mugdock Castle as well as the ruins of the 19th century Craigend …

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