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Mugdock to Carbeth Loch and back

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Overview

Walkers must book in advance with the walk leader

A walk in and around Mugdock Country Park with views of Dumgoyne and the Blane Valley.

 

Sunday, 18 February 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.5km / 7.1mi
Ascent:
250m / 820ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.hwdramblers.org.uk/participating-in-group-walks.html

An easy walk visiting four lochs, a ruined castle, abandoned zoo and ruined mansion. Impressive views of Dumgoyne and the Blane Valley together with plenty of time for coffee at the end of the walk.

Local Grade: C+

Terrain: Mostly good paths and tracks with one very short steep section. Could be boggy in places.

Max height: 180 m.

Maps covering route of walk: OS Landranger No. 64.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 54700 78001
Nearest postcode:
G62 8EL
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Start time:
10:30 am

Mugdock Park Visitors' Centre car park. Distance from Helensburgh: 23 miles. Time from Helensburgh: 50 minutes. Suggested fuel contribution: £ 5.00. Please note we will leave promptly at 10:30.

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