Kirriemuir Landward West is a region in Scotland known for its varied topography, serving as a gateway to the dramatic Angus Glens and bordering the southern edge of the Cairngorms National Park. The landscape transitions from fertile lowlands to rugged uplands, featuring significant lochs like Lintrathen and Kinnordy, and providing diverse terrain for outdoor pursuits. This area offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more.
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23
hikers
17.6km
04:46
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.06km
02:00
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.65km
01:55
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170m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.14km
01:23
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220m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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35.1km
03:14
820m
820m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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25.8km
02:47
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800m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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38.5km
03:05
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.8km
01:01
210m
210m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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31.8km
01:27
220m
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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67.6km
03:08
710m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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runners
6.91km
00:43
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.8km
01:30
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.94km
00:33
30m
30m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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57.3km
03:46
800m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.8km
00:52
210m
210m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.9km
02:22
640m
640m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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68.5km
04:31
1,060m
1,060m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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59.2km
03:55
820m
820m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33.1km
02:14
520m
520m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.4km
01:12
240m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Kirriemuir Landward West offers a range of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features more than 130 routes across these sports.
Popular hiking routes include paths through Caddam Woods, trails around the Loch of Lintrathen, and more challenging options within the Angus Glens. For detailed information, consult the Hiking around Kirriemuir Landward West guide.
Yes, Kirriemuir Landward West offers family-friendly hiking routes suitable for various ages. These often include gentler paths around lochs or through woodlands. Specific options can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Kirriemuir Landward West guide.
Beginners can find easy hiking trails around areas like the Loch of Lintrathen and Caddam Woods, which offer pleasant, less strenuous paths. The Easy hikes around Kirriemuir Landward West guide provides suitable routes.
A popular road cycling route is the loop around the Loch of Lintrathen. Other options include the Kirriemuir to Glenisla Circuit, which offers longer rides through scenic landscapes. More routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Kirriemuir Landward West guide.
Mountain biking enthusiasts can find trails ranging from easy to difficult, including loops from Blackwater Reservoir and routes in Glen Doll. The MTB Trails around Kirriemuir Landward West guide provides specific options.
Key natural landmarks include the Reekie Linn Waterfall in Glen Isla, the Loch of Lintrathen, and the Loch of Kinnordy RSPB Nature Reserve. The region also encompasses parts of the Angus Glens and the southern edge of the Cairngorms National Park.
The primary lochs in the area are the Loch of Lintrathen, known for its wildlife and cycling loop, and the Loch of Kinnordy RSPB Nature Reserve, a significant habitat for various species.
Kirriemuir Landward West is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 32,000 visitors having explored its routes. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars from over 2,600 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including those for Hiking, Road Cycling, MTB Trails, and Running Trails. There are also guides for family-friendly and easy hikes.
The Kirriemuir Landward West Community Council maintains an official website. Further information can be found at klwcc.org.uk.
Yes, some routes in Kirriemuir Landward West are accessible from public transport hubs. A dedicated guide, Hikes from bus stations around Kirriemuir Landward West, provides information on such trails.

