Kippen, a village in West Stirlingshire, Scotland, is situated amidst rolling hills and overlooks the expansive Carse of Forth. This geographical setting provides a varied landscape, from the prominent Gargunnock and Fintry Hills to flatter lowland areas, making it suitable for several outdoor activities. The region offers views of the Trossachs and is located just 4.5 miles (7 km) south-east of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, providing a base for exploring a wide range of outdoor pursuits.
74
Routes
4.5
(122)
Average rating
1478
People visited

8
hikers
23.6km
06:45
560m
560m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(25)
337
hikers
10.5km
03:14
370m
370m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(14)
51
hikers
10.6km
02:46
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
52
hikers
3.76km
01:00
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.2
(19)
153
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(6)
41
riders
25.2km
02:08
410m
410m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
29.6km
02:47
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5
riders
27.4km
01:44
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

64
riders
37.4km
01:38
300m
300m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

34
riders
60.1km
02:34
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

33
riders
82.4km
03:42
750m
750m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
31
riders
43.8km
01:59
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.9
(7)
91
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
15
riders
50.0km
03:29
690m
690m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

10
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
53.7km
03:37
770m
770m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

22
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
riders
52.2km
03:20
590m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
9
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
10
riders
44.6km
03:11
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

15
runners
5.07km
00:32
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
17.3km
01:56
270m
270m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
8.49km
00:55
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
runners
22.5km
02:19
90m
90m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Kippen offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, touring cycling, and gravel biking. The region provides more than 20 routes for these sports. Komoot users have rated routes in Kippen with an average of 4.35 out of 5 stars.
Kippen offers diverse hiking options, from gentle strolls through woodlands to challenging routes up the Gargunnock hills. Specific trails include walks across Kippen Common to the Burnside Wood Nature Trail and routes exploring old drove roads. For a comprehensive list, consult Hiking around Kippen.
Yes, Kippen provides gentle walks suitable for families and beginners, such as those crossing Kippen Common and leading to the Burnside Wood Nature Trail. These routes often offer views of the Trossachs. More options can be found in the Easy hikes around Kippen guide.
Road cyclists can explore scenic routes around Kippen, including sections of an 18th-century military road. Challenging climbs like the 'Crow Road Climb' are also accessible nearby. Discover more routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Kippen guide.
For mountain biking, the Carron Valley Red Trail offers an intermediate route through the forest with an all-weather surface. The Loch Ard Forest Cycle Route is also popular for various skill levels. Further details are available in the MTB Trails around Kippen guide.
Kippen is situated between the Gargunnock and Fintry Hills, offering a dramatic backdrop. From many routes, there are panoramic views of the Trossachs and the expansive Carse of Forth. The trail up the Gargunnock hills to the Spout of Ballochleam provides spectacular vistas.
Kippen is located approximately 4.5 miles (7 km) south-east of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. This proximity allows for easy access to a wide range of additional outdoor opportunities within the park.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Kippen, including Hiking around Kippen, Road Cycling Routes around Kippen, and MTB Trails around Kippen. Additional guides cover easy hikes, running trails, cycling, and gravel biking.
Routes in Kippen have received an average rating of 4.35 out of 5 stars from komoot users. More than 4,000 visitors have shared their experiences in the area.
Kippen caters to various cycling disciplines, including road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and gravel biking. The area features scenic road routes, dedicated mountain bike trails like the Carron Valley Red Trail, and routes suitable for touring and gravel bikes.
The Kippen Community Council serves as a central point of contact for the village. Their official website is kippencc.org.uk. They can be contacted via email at kippencommunitycouncil@gmail.com.

