Lowland Walks

The circuit of the hills above Glen Striddle makes an excellent short hillwalk. The ascent up the grassy ridge rising from Luss is a delight and the views over Loch Lomond and towards the Arrochar Alps are superb.

Distance 11.5km / 7.25 miles - Time (summer conditions) 3.5 - 5 hours - Ascent 725m (Profile) - Start Grid Ref NS359930

One of the most popular hill walk amongst Scotland's smaller hills. Often known as the mountain in miniature, its position at the heart of the Trossachs makes it a truly wonderful viewpoint. The car park quickly becomes full on sunny weekends in summer, nearest alternative Ben Venue carpark 450m along A821 towards Aberfoyle.

Distance 3.7km / 2.25 miles - Time 2 - 4 hours - Ascent 340m (Profile) - Start Grid Ref NN509070

Hill path to Beinn Each - steep in places. Beinn Each is a popular Corbett rises steeply above Loch Lubnaig (although hidden). The ascent is via a steep hill path and can be accomplished quickly; the walk can be extended by a much rougher and trickier continuation to Stùc a' Chròin.

Distance 7km / 4.25 miles - Time (summer conditions)3.5 - 4.5 hours - Ascent 693m (Profile) - Start GridRef NN582 137

Ben Ledi is a familiar landmark from Callander and the highest mountain in the main part of the Trossachs. It is a very popular hillwalk and its position on the edge of the Highlands makes it an excellent viewpoint.

Distance 10km / 6.25 miles - Time (summer conditions) 4 - 6 hours -  (Profile) - Start Grid Ref NN587091

Ben Venue may be small in stature but it is a mountain of real character, the finest in the Trossachs when seen across Loch Venachar, Loch Achray or Loch Katrine. The ascent is a great walk with both boggy and rocky ground higher up, and stunning views from the summit.

Distance 14km / 8.75 miles - Time (summer conditions) 5 - 6 hours - Ascent 725m (Profile) - Start Grid Ref NN505068

Ben Vrackie is indelibly associated with the town of Pitlochry at its foot, and has for long been an extremely popular ascent for those visiting the town. The summit is a great viewpoint and the ascent follows good paths through woodland, open moorland and past picturesque Loch a' Choire. The route description includes two optional extensions to make longer walks.

Distance 10km / 6.25 miles - Time (summer conditions) 3.5 - 4 hours - Ascent 787m (Profile) - Start Grid Ref NN943595

A circular walk taking in the idyllic Bracklinn Falls, a very popular local beauty spot. Once over the bridge the route climbs through forestry before descending to the quiet upper glen, with a return by minor road.

Distance 5.25km / 3.25 miles - Time 1.5 hours - Ascent 157m (Profile) - Start Grid Ref NN636083

This excellent circuit through the pinewoods and fields east of Braemar offers some superb viewpoints and much of interest, including the opportunity to visit Braemar Castle.

Distance 5.5km / 3.5 miles - Time 2 - 3 hours - Ascent 280m (Profile) - Start Grid Ref NO151913

The Campsie Fells are a range of volcanic hills set to the north of Glasgow and have long provided a perfect escape for folk from the city. Largely gentle and rolling, the hills nevertheless have some fine rocky escarpments, and their western outlier Dumgoyne has a fine outline that has made it a familiar landmark. West of the Campsies are the lower Kilpatrick Hills - with the spectacular Whangie rock formation; to the east the fells merge with the Kilsyth Hills whilst north lie the less visited Gargunnock Hills. All provide worthwhile hillwalking within easy reach.

walks near Glasgow

The Cobbler - also known as Ben Arthur - has the most distinctive outline of any mountain in the Southern Highlands and makes a fantastic shorter hillwalk. Extremely popular, the path on the way up has been improved in recent years and once past the initial zig zags makes a pleasant ascent. This route explores both main peaks of the Cobbler before descending on a rugged path between the two. Alternatively the route can be made easier by returning the same way.

Distance 11km / 6.75 miles - Time (summer conditions) 4 - 6 hours - Ascent 920m (Profile) - Start Grid Ref NN294048

Conic Hill is a sharp little summit rising above Balmaha. Right on the Highland Boundary Fault, this short hillwalk offers truly fantastic views over Loch Lomond and its many islands.

Distance 4km / 2.5 miles - Time 2 - 3 hours - Ascent350m (Profile) - Start Grid Ref NS421909

Enjoy this pleasant walk with fantastic panoramic views of the surrounding countryside in the vicinity of Glasgow.

the best place to hike in Dams to Darnley Country Park is Waulkmill Glen, Ryat Linn and Balgray Reservoirs

 The Devil's Pulpit is very close to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, and can also be easily reached from both Glasgow and Edinburgh.

The distinctive wee steep peak of Dumgoyne is a popular local landmark. This route combines it with a moorland ramble to Earl's Seat with extensive views north and the possibility of a dram on return.

Distance 10.5km / 6.5 miles - Time (summer conditions) 3 - 4 hours - Ascent709m (Profile) - Start Grid Ref NS526827

Dunnottar Castle is a ruined medieval fortress located upon a rocky headland on the north-eastern coast of Scotland,

This extended circuit from the World Heritage Site of New Lanark visits the spectacular Falls of Clyde from both banks of the fine wooded gorge - combining the two shorter circuits on either side and a section of the Clyde Walkway to make a full loop.

Distance 10.25km / 6.25 miles - Time 2.5 - 3.5 hours - Ascent 336m (Profile) - Start Grid Ref NS882425

Glen Lyon is one of Scotland's most beautiful glens and it is packed with history. It is infamous for having been the home of John Cambell of Glen Lyon.

Glencoe village is located between the banks of Loch Leven and the mouth of the famous glen. It's the perfect base for exploring the Lochaber area, 

A fine pyramidal peak and a magnificent viewpoint, Goatfell is the highest of the mountains on Arran and the culminating point of some dramatic granite ridges. This is the most popular and straightforward route of ascent.

Distance 10.5km / 6.5 miles - Time (summer conditions) 4.5 - 6 hours - Ascent 874m (Profile) - Start Grid Ref NS012376

Ishneich is a waterfall of Scotland. January 2009, frozen falls. This stunning waterfall can be reached by following the John Muir trail past the Burncrooks

Inversnaid (Scottish Gaelic: Inbhir Snàthaid) is a small rural community on the east bank of Loch Lomond in Scotland, near the north end of the loch.

One of my playground for practice. Kilpatrick Hills ... The Kilpatrick Hills are a range of hills in central Scotland, stretching from Dumbarton in the west to Strathblane in the east.

one of my favourite local hills for practice.

This circuit visits the falls at the Linn of Tummel as the first stage of a loop around the wooded banks of Loch Faskally. 

Coire Gabhail is the hidden valley where the MacDonalds of Glen Coe hid their rustled cattle. A visit involves a very rough but intensely dramatic and scenic walk.

The steep but easy climb to the summit of Meikle Bin rewards with excellent views over the reservoir and surrounding fields. Popular with families, it is a good challenge for little legs.

Millport is the only town on the island which lies just offshore from Largs on the Ayrshire coast. 

Located in beautiful landscapes, only 10 miles from Glasgow City Centre, Mugdock Country Park offers an exciting visit to the countryside.

This excellent waymarked walk is full of interest. It leads into the lower section of the Hermitage and offers a chance to detour up to Pine Cone Point - a modern folly with a fine view. The route then returns along the banks of the mighty River Tay, passing Niel Gow's Oak and through the hamlet of Inver.

Slackdhu is a mountain summit in the Ben Lomond to the Campsie Fells region in the county of Stirling, Scotland. Slackdhu is 496 metres high.

The River Lednock cascades out from a rocky gorge in the atmospheric tree-clad amphitheatre known as the Deil's Cauldron. This excellent circular walk from the attractive village of Comrie visits the Cauldron as well as having an optional ascent to the Melville Monument, an obelisk on Dun More hill that is a fine viewpoint.

This varied walk is a real Perthshire classic. It begins through the beautiful wooded glen of the Hermitage, complete with picturesque follies and attractive waterfalls. The route then continues to visit the dramatic Rumbling Bridge before a return through more open countryside with attractive views. The Hermitage is owned by the National Trust for Scotland.

The Merrick is the highest summit in Southern Scotland and lies at the heart of the Galloway ranges. This popular ascent from Loch Trool provides the easiest route up to gain a panorama that includes much of the Galloway Forest as well as across to Northern Ireland and the Isle of Man.

Distance 13.25km / 8.25 miles - Time (summer conditions) 4 - 5 hours - Ascent875m (Profile) - Start Grid Ref NX414803

A great little hill with commanding views of the Clyde Valley and a massive summit cairn. A very popular landmark, the route is easy to follow and reasonably gentle.

A classic short hillwalk over West Lomond and descending with good views of Ballo Reservoir. Can be combined with an ascent of East Lomond to make a longer route.

The Whangie is a bizarre rock-feature in the Kilpatrick Hills, and has wonderful views towards Loch Lomond, the Highlands and the Campsies.

White Coomb is the highest of the Moffat hills. This circular hillwak is the classic approach, heading up past the spectacular Grey Mare's Tail to beautiful Loch Skeen. It then encounters some tough going before reaching the tops at Lochcraig Head. From here broad ridges are followed arouFnd to the summit of White Coomb.

Distance 11.5km / 7.25 miles - Time (summer conditions) 4 - 6 hours - Ascent 751m (Profile) - Start Grid Ref NT186144

This varied walk is a real Perthshire classic. It begins through the beautiful wooded glen of the Hermitage, complete with picturesque follies and attractive waterfalls. The route then continues to visit the dramatic Rumbling Bridge before a return through more open countryside with attractive views. The Hermitage is owned by the National Trust for Scotland. Clear waymarked paths, tracks and minor roads.