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Craigallian Loch – River Kelvin loop from Jordanhill

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Craigallian Loch – River Kelvin loop from Jordanhill

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Craigallian Loch – River Kelvin loop from Jordanhill

04:40

73.4km

440m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 3, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 123 m for 10 m

After 64.8 km for 12 m

After 73.4 km for 10 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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11.9 km

Antonine Wall

Ruins

22.8 km

River Leven

Lake

28.4 km

Balloch Marina

Highlight • Structure

Balloch is known as the gateway to the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. It's well-connected to Glasgow by train, making it a popular destination for a day trip. …

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51.5 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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52.9 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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54.3 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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55.7 km

Mugdock Woods

Highlight • Forest

Rode here on a gravel bike and was OK!

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55.8 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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59.0 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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65.4 km

Balmuildy Woods

Forest

69.1 km

River Kelvin

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely spot on the river with shingle beach.

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70.7 km

River Kelvin

Lake

73.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.6 km

14.2 km

13.1 km

11.1 km

4.77 km

420 m

352 m

Surfaces

33.7 km

15.7 km

10.6 km

6.26 km

4.94 km

2.19 km

Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Wednesday 20 May

18°C

10°C

93 %

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Craigallian Loch – River Kelvin loop from Jordanhill

Balloch Marina

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Carbeth Cabin with red accents

Craigallian Loch

Mugdock Woods

Trails at Mugdock Country Park

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