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Overview

High walk 

The terrain is a mix of paths, some parts of which can be boggy and high styles to get over. The reward is great views of some other munros in the area; Ben More and Stobinian, amongst others.

Sunday, 23 July 2023
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
6:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
11.5km / 7.1mi
Ascent:
910m / 2986ft
Type:
circular

Local Walk Grade A

Walk by private bus. Numbers will be restricted.

NOTE:  If you wish to book a place on the bus for this Sunday walk,  please text Hilda - 07879 271650 from 6pm on Monday 17 July 2023, and remember to include your name in text.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Coach trip

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 76038 74576
Nearest postcode:
G67 1EW
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Start time:
9:00 am

Travel to start of walk by private bus. Pick up points in Cumbernauld :- 8:50am - Craiglinn Roundabout Bus Stop 8:55am - Condorrat Main Road Bus Stop. 9.00am - Meet at Fleming House car park, Tryst Rd, Cumbernauld G67 1EW ** Please note that the bus is usually back at Cumbernauld approximately 6pm. **

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
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