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The Kelly Cut – Loch Thom loop from Greenock West

The Kelly Cut – Loch Thom loop from Greenock West

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The Kelly Cut – Loch Thom loop from Greenock West

01:38

27.7km

360m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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: March 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.11 km

Greenock Cut

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Start at either Loch Thom / Greenock Cut Visitor Centre or at Overton Road, Greenock where there is both ample parking. Decent quality circular route with slight undulations that aren't too strenuous.

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7.50 km

View of Greenock from The Cut

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Mind the cattle and slow down for any walkers. Enjoy the views.

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11.5 km

The Kelly Cut

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A nice remote path which makes it feel like you are miles from anywhere!

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15.2 km

Loch Thom

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Lovely views across Loch Thom, and perfect for a little paddle if it’s warm enough! Great place for a picnic.

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15.9 km

Gryffe Reservoir

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16.3 km

Gryfe Reservoir Southern Gravel Trail

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Lovely smooth tarmac from the main road, then some undulating gravel past the lochs before rejoining a lovely single track road.

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21.9 km

View across the reservoir towards the Clyde

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22.9 km

View of the Clyde from Kilmacolm Road

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Steepish climb out of Greenock, with a view point over the Clyde towards the top.

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27.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.3 km

8.08 km

4.05 km

2.99 km

154 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.0 km

10.1 km

3.48 km

793 m

211 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Thursday 21 May

18°C

12°C

50 %

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The Kelly Cut – Loch Thom loop from Greenock West

Greenock Cut

View of Greenock from The Cut

The Kelly Cut

Loch Thom

Gryffe Reservoir

Gryfe Reservoir Southern Gravel Trail

View across the reservoir towards the Clyde

View of the Clyde from Kilmacolm Road

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