We are the Helensburgh & West Dunbartonshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Patricia A.
Walkers must book in advance with the walk leader
A walk up the lava flows forming the north side of the Gargunnock Hills to a trig. point and cairn providing extensive views across the river Forth and to the hills beyond.
A gradual ascent up vehicle tracks onto the massive escarpment of Carleatheran, then along grassy tracks and open hillside to the summit. Extensive views of Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument, the Ochils and the River Forth. Returning by the outward route.
Local Grade: B
Terrain: Surfaced vehicle tracks and open hillside. - boggy in places.
Max height: 481 m.
Maps covering route of walk: OS Landranger No. 57.
In Gargunnock - roadside parking at the junction of Manse Brae and Moray Place. Distance from Helensburgh: 32 miles. Time from Helensburgh: 1 hour. Suggested fuel contribution: £ 6.00. Please note we will leave promptly at 10:00.
