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: January 14, 2026

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Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

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Start point

Train Station

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7.89 km

View of Loch Lomond

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Halfway between the southern end of Loch Lomond and the River Clyde, this clearing offers water views on both sides. An achievable walk from Helensburg and Balloch, it's a fun hike that can be completed in a few hours.

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9.06 km

View of Loch Lomond from Ben Bouie

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11.2 km

Hilltop View

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14.9 km

Helensburgh Beach

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Helensburgh Beach is a pleasant sand and shingle beach overlooking the Upper Firth of Clyde. The beach is backed by a wonderful promenade which has shops and places to eat …

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15.7 km

Helensburgh Pier and Henry Bell Monument

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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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15.7 km

Start of the John Muir Way, Helensburgh

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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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16.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.99 km

3.91 km

3.01 km

1.17 km

739 m

298 m

Surfaces

4.21 km

4.06 km

3.50 km

2.02 km

2.00 km

338 m

Elevation

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Highest point (300 m)

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Weather

Thursday 2 April

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3°C

84 %

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