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Mugdock Country Park, Craigallian Loch and John Muir Way loop

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Mugdock Country Park, Craigallian Loch and John Muir Way loop

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Mugdock Country Park, Craigallian Loch and John Muir Way loop

02:18

27.1km

340m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 31, 2024

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Parking

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933 m

Trails at Mugdock Country Park

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Mugdock Park is a country park and historical site. The park includes the remains of the 14th century Mugdock Castle as well as the ruins of the 19th century Craigend Castle. Scattered along the grounds there are the remains of many anti-aircraft trenches which were used during WWII as part of the Clyde Basin anti-aircraft defence system.

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4.00 km

Craigallian Loch

Highlight • Historical Site

On the path beside Craigallian Lock is a commemorative plaque regarding the Craigallian Fire, which was a legendary place which spawned a number of climbing communities in the area, and had great resonance for the local young population in the Great Depression of the 1930s.

The 'Fire Sitters' founded mountaineering clubs such as the Creagh Dhu, Lomond and Ptarmigan clubs, and emboldened the folk who went on to open up Scotland to all.

The text reads:
"Here burned the Craigallian Fire.
During the depression of the 1930s
it was a beacon of companionship
and hope for young unemployed people
who came from Glasgow and Clydebank
seeking adventure in Scotland's wild
places. Their pioneering spirit helped to
make the Scottish countryside free for
all to roam."

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6.79 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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27.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.7 km

9.18 km

2.18 km

801 m

172 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.3 km

7.42 km

4.44 km

1.83 km

979 m

842 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

Saturday 30 May

17°C

12°C

62 %

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Mugdock Country Park, Craigallian Loch and John Muir Way loop

Trails at Mugdock Country Park

Craigallian Loch

John Muir Way: Blane Water Valley Gravel Track

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