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Overview

A lovely walk in the Carron Valley, through the forest, climbing Meikle Bin and beside the reservoir. 

The distinctive peak of Meikle Bin looms above the forest. It’s a steep climb up through the woods and onto the open hill to reach the summit, but if you’re fit and prepared, well worth it for the views.

The terrain for this walk is a mixture of gravel Forestry Commission roads, woodland and grassy paths which may be muddy. Walking boots are required.

Saturday, 31 May 2025
Meeting time:
8:20 am
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
18.5km / 11.5mi
Ascent:
526m / 1726ft
Type:
circular

This is a car share walk, if you are able to drive, please get in touch with the Walk Leader, Sandra, as soon as possible. The number of walkers will depend on the number of cars. 

If you wish to come on the walk you must contact the Leader, Sandra, in advance by email or text but not more than two weeks in advance. This is 17th May at the earliest. Also please provide the Leader with a mobile phone number in case arrangements change. 

If you’ve not had a response within a couple of days please check your junk mail.

Walkers should carry an "in case of emergency" card with contact details.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NS 55704 66554
Nearest postcode:
G11 6BB
what3words:
mess.smooth.clues
Meeting time:
8:20 am

Meeting in Morrisons Car Park, Partick at 8:20, planning to leave for the walk at 8:30.

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 73048 83372
Nearest postcode:
FK6 5JH
what3words:
entitles.from.rating
Start time:
9:30 am

Carron Valley Main Car Park Carron Valley is on the south side of the B818 between Denny and Fintry. The main car park is at the east end of Carron Valley Reservoir.

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