We are the Helensburgh & West Dunbartonshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Jack T.
Walkers must book in advance with the walk leader
A circular walk in the Ochils starting in Alva and visiting several hills before returning to Alva.
Clockwise circuit above/round Alva Glen. Steep climb out of Alva to Wee/Big Torry (452), follow ridge north to Bengengie (565), then on to Blairdenon Hill (631), contour round to Craighorn (583), then a steep and spectacular descent through Alva Glen.
Local Grade: B+
Terrain: Good path out of Alva, then steep ascent along fence line to ridge. Ridge paths are generally good, but exposed and with occasional boggy patches.
Max height: 631 m.
Maps covering route of walk: OS Landranger No. 58.
Alva Glen Car Park, signposted off the main road through Alva (A91). Brook St, Alva,. Distance from Helensburgh: 45 miles. Time from Helensburgh: 1 hour 15 minutes. Suggested fuel contribution: £9.00. Please note we will leave promptly at 09:30.
