Gillies Hill Quarry – Cambusbarron Village Entrance loop from Stirling

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Gillies Hill Quarry – Cambusbarron Village Entrance loop from Stirling

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Gillies Hill Quarry – Cambusbarron Village Entrance loop from Stirling

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19.6km

490m

Cycling

Hard bike 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: August 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 8.70 km for 62 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.48 km

Gillies Hill Quarry

Highlight • Structure

Gillies Hill is located west of Stirling and the M9, south of Cambusbarron, and north of the Bannock Burn in Central Scotland.

Gillies Hill covers a 140 hectares (350 acres) …

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8.69 km

Middlethird Wood

Forest

9.53 km

View of North Third Reservoir and The Human Rock

Highlight • Viewpoint

From here you get a lovely view of North Third Reservoir, just outside Stirling. Surrounded by picturesque woodlands, the reservoir was originally built as a water supply but has since become a popular spot for walkers.

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12.9 km

Free Range Eggs Honesty Box

Highlight • Rest Area

Free Range Eggs Honesty Box.

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15.7 km

Curling Pond

Lake

16.0 km

Cambusbarron Community Walled Gardens

Highlight • Structure

Community managed walled gardens. If main gates are locked, there is access via the wooden pedestrian entrance on the wall opposite the main entrance.

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17.4 km

View from the Top of Gillies Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

Probably not for those afraid of heights, but definitely worth a visit for anyone else. Follow the path to the top and you may enjoy stunning views on both sides …

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