Kilmahog to Loch Achray

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Overview

A scenic walk along the Great Trossachs Pathpassing Loch Venacher, passing through Brig o' Turk and along the south side of Loch Achray on good tracks and paths.

Sunday, 30 March 2025

Start time:: 9:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 6:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16km / 9.9mi
Ascent:: 20m / 66ft
Type:: linear

Local Walk Grade C+

Walk by private bus. Numbers will be restricted.

NOTE: If you wish to book a place on the bus for this Sunday walk, please text Hilda - 07879 271650 from 6pm on Monday 24 March 2025, and remember to include your name in text.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Coach trip

Starting point

Grid reference:: NS 76092 74361
Nearest postcode:: G67 1DZ
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Start time:: 9:00 am

TTravel to start of walk by private bus. Pick up points in Cumbernauld: 8:50am - Craiglinn Roundabout Bus Stop 8:55am - Condorrat Main Road Bus Stop. 9.00 am - Park at car park for Cumbernauld New Town Hall, Bron Way, Cumbernauld G67 1DZ Then make your way to the bus stop on Bron Way (left out car park) (see map) **** Bus back at Cumbernauld approximately 6pm. ****

Finishing point

Grid reference:: NS 76082 74367
Nearest postcode:: G67 1DZ
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Estimated finish time:: 6:00 pm

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