We are the Kilmarnock & Loudoun Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
The walk starts from Arrochar-Tarbet train station where we get the train to Garelochead to begin walking .
A short cycle path then some rough but straitforward ground to reach Yankee/military road. A good tarmac section before we go onto rough ground which could be slightly boggy before reaching a forestry road to Glen Douglas. The final section is on a rough hardpacked surface with uneven walking at times.
Although mainly on good surfaces there is a lot of undulating walking with several short sharp climbs. The total ascent is over 600m with a walking distance of circa 12 miles taking 5hours 30min of walking time. There are good views throughout in particular the final section overlooking the Arrochar Alps.
Gaiters and poles advisable and if ice predicted microspikes could help.
Travel information: meet at east Ayrshire Council car park, 95 London Road Kilmarnock at 08:20 for an 08:30 departure and car sharing. Return journey is 120 miles.
The walk starts from Arrochar-Tarbet train station where we get the train to Garelochead to begin walking .The train departs at 10.06.
The walk leader requires confirmation of those attending so please text or call 08708783115 before 6pm on Friday 9th.
There are toilet facilities at Tarbert car park at the Crianlarich junction.
Meet at East Ayrshire Council Headquarters car park, 95 London Road Kilmarnock KA3 7DH at 8:20 am to arrange car sharing and leave prompt at 08:30
Car parking at the station
