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Forfar Loch & Balmashanner Hill

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Overview

Path around Forfar Loch (may be muddy) and then on to Balmashanner Hill for the climb to the monument and viewpoint.

Sunday, 9 July 2023
Meeting time:
9:15 am
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
149.4m / 490ft
Type:
circular

Grade: C+

Features

  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NO 37700 14701
Nearest postcode:
KY15 4HB
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Meeting time:
9:15 am

Starting point

Grid reference:
NO 45099 50701
Nearest postcode:
DD8 1BT
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Start time:
10:30 am

Fiorfar Loch Country Park, off Craig O'Loch Road

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