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Brechin Group

We are the Brechin Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
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  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

(1) Lower Level Option:

This is, provisionally, an out-and-back Y-shaped route sticking largely to forestry roads due to current storm damage affecting many of the forest paths. Forest and Land Scotland has closed Jocks' Road and the riverside paths within the forest, except for the route to Corrie Fee which is open (at time of planning). Furthest points are Corrie Fee and /or the top of the forest using the Jock's Road diversion on the opposite bank. Can become a loop if paths are cleared by spring. This option is more suitable for slower walkers, and is suitable for dogs on leads. Led by Peter F.

(2) Higher Level Option

This route, the exact final details of which are weather-dependent, includes one or both of the summits Mayar and Dreish, both of which are Munros (over 3,000 feet/914.4 metres). Ascent to the plateau is via the well-built path by the waterfall in Corrie Fee; the descent to Glen Doll car park is using the Kilbo Path; however the walk can be tackled in the reverse direction. This walk is for fit, well equipped walkers and is not suitable for dogs. Expect rough conditions underfoot in places, especially loose stones on descending the Kilbo Path. Total ascent (both peaks) approx. 820 metres/ 2700 feet. If weather is judged too dangerous at altitude, only option (1) may go ahead. Final leader to be confirmed.

 

 

Saturday, 24 May 2025
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
200m / 656ft
Type:
circular

Option 1 can be muddy in places. Slow, steady ascent of 200 metres to Corrie Fee; this path becomes rougher after end of forestry road. Option 2 - see above. Toilets at Ranger Centre in Car Park. 

Local Grades (1) C+  ;(2) B+

OS Maps: Landranger 44; Explorer 388.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly
  • No Stiles
  • Family-Friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NO 60067 59694
Nearest postcode:
DD9 7EU
what3words:
flamed.saves.dignify
Meeting time:
9:30 am

Inch Car Park, off River Street at foot of Witchden Road, Brechin

Starting point

Grid reference:
NO 28345 76129
Nearest postcode:
DD8 4RD
what3words:
fast.nuggets.partly
Start time:
10:30 am

Glen Doll Car Park. Bring £1 coins for parking meter - parking charge at time of planning is £3.00.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking