Strathkelvin Railway Path – Katrine Aqueduct Pipe Track loop from Blairhill

Strathkelvin Railway Path – Katrine Aqueduct Pipe Track loop from Blairhill

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Strathkelvin Railway Path – Katrine Aqueduct Pipe Track loop from Blairhill

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80.9km

590m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 53.3 km for 6 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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Garnqueen Loch

Lake

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Lenzie Moss Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

14.7 km

Boghead Wood

Forest

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Strathkelvin Railway Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Traffic-free cycle path connecting Kirkintilloch to Strathblane. Well-paved and flat, stunning views of the Campsies.

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33.8 km

Katrine Aqueduct Pipe Track

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

A gravel track that follows the trail of the Katrine Aqueducts that brings Glasgow's drinking water all the way from the Trossachs to Milngavie. Look out for exposed sections of …

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39.3 km

Kirkhouse Wood

Forest

40.7 km

Killearn Kirk

Highlight • Other

47.1 km

West Highland Way at Blanefield

Highlight • Trail

Nice path, but watch out for the many walkers

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48.9 km

John Muir Way: Blane Water Valley Gravel Track

Highlight • Cycleway

This gravel doubletrack follows Blane Water and follows part of the John Muir Way, a coast to coast walking and cycling route linking Helensburgh and Dunbar. Enjoy this easy stretch on tame gravel.

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50.3 km

Blanefield to Carbeth Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Wind up the switchbacks from Blanefield to Carbeth or better yet race down them the other way. A fun stretch if you're out this way.

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52.7 km

Strathblane Wildlife Sanctuary

Nature Reserve

60.7 km

Strathkelvin Railway Path

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

The path has now been fully resurfaced (09/09/2022) between Kirkintilloch and Lennoxtown. Surface is like a race track but be careful it’s very popular with dog walkers.

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